When to plant Parsley in Zone 8b
In Zone 8b, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Jan 18–Feb 1; transplant outdoors around Mar 1–Mar 15; direct sow outdoors around Mar 1–Mar 29. Expect to harvest around May 15–May 29.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 18 – Feb 1 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 1 – Mar 15 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 1 – Mar 29 |
| Harvest | May 15 – May 29 |
| Harvest | May 15 – Jun 12 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 8b averages a last spring frost around Mar 15 and a first fall frost around Nov 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8b calendar in the tool →