When to plant Parsley in Zone 2b
In Zone 2b, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Apr 4–Apr 18; transplant outdoors around May 16–May 30; direct sow outdoors around May 16–Jun 13. Expect to harvest around Jul 30–Aug 13.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Transplant outdoors | May 16 – May 30 |
| Direct sow outdoors | May 16 – Jun 13 |
| Harvest | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Harvest | Jul 30 – Aug 27 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 2b averages a last spring frost around May 30 and a first fall frost around Sep 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 2b calendar in the tool →