When to plant Parsley in Zone 8a
In Zone 8a, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Jan 25–Feb 8; transplant outdoors around Mar 8–Mar 22; direct sow outdoors around Mar 8–Apr 5. Expect to harvest around May 22–Jun 5.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 25 – Feb 8 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 8 – Apr 5 |
| Harvest | May 22 – Jun 5 |
| Harvest | May 22 – Jun 19 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 8a averages a last spring frost around Mar 22 and a first fall frost around Nov 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8a calendar in the tool →