When to plant Rosemary in Zone 7a
In Zone 7a, Rosemary: start seeds indoors around Jan 27–Feb 10; transplant outdoors around Apr 21–May 5. Expect to harvest around Jul 20–Aug 3.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 27 – Feb 10 |
| Transplant outdoors | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Harvest | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
Tip: Slow from seed and frost-tender in cold zones — most gardeners start from a plant and overwinter indoors.
Zone 7a averages a last spring frost around Apr 7 and a first fall frost around Nov 2. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 7a calendar in the tool →