When to plant Parsley in Zone 1b
In Zone 1b, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Apr 15–Apr 29; transplant outdoors around May 27–Jun 10; direct sow outdoors around May 27–Jun 24. Expect to harvest around Aug 10–Aug 24.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Transplant outdoors | May 27 – Jun 10 |
| Direct sow outdoors | May 27 – Jun 24 |
| Harvest | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Harvest | Aug 10 – Sep 7 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 1b averages a last spring frost around Jun 10 and a first fall frost around Aug 20. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 1b calendar in the tool →