When to plant Parsley in Zone 3b
In Zone 3b, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Mar 25–Apr 8; transplant outdoors around May 6–May 20; direct sow outdoors around May 6–Jun 3. Expect to harvest around Jul 20–Aug 3.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Transplant outdoors | May 6 – May 20 |
| Direct sow outdoors | May 6 – Jun 3 |
| Harvest | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Harvest | Jul 20 – Aug 17 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 3b averages a last spring frost around May 20 and a first fall frost around Sep 12. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 3b calendar in the tool →