When to plant Parsley in Zone 6b
In Zone 6b, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Feb 18–Mar 4; transplant outdoors around Apr 1–Apr 15; direct sow outdoors around Apr 1–Apr 29. Expect to harvest around Jun 15–Jun 29.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 18 – Mar 4 |
| Transplant outdoors | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 1 – Apr 29 |
| Harvest | Jun 15 – Jun 29 |
| Harvest | Jun 15 – Jul 13 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 6b averages a last spring frost around Apr 15 and a first fall frost around Oct 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 6b calendar in the tool →