When to plant Parsley in Zone 5b
In Zone 5b, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Mar 5–Mar 19; transplant outdoors around Apr 16–Apr 30; direct sow outdoors around Apr 16–May 14. Expect to harvest around Jun 30–Jul 14.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Transplant outdoors | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 16 – May 14 |
| Harvest | Jun 30 – Jul 14 |
| Harvest | Jun 30 – Jul 28 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 5b averages a last spring frost around Apr 30 and a first fall frost around Oct 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 5b calendar in the tool →