When to plant Parsley in Zone 2a
In Zone 2a, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Apr 10–Apr 24; transplant outdoors around May 22–Jun 5; direct sow outdoors around May 22–Jun 19. Expect to harvest around Aug 5–Aug 19.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Transplant outdoors | May 22 – Jun 5 |
| Direct sow outdoors | May 22 – Jun 19 |
| Harvest | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Harvest | Aug 5 – Sep 2 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 2a averages a last spring frost around Jun 5 and a first fall frost around Aug 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 2a calendar in the tool →