When to plant Parsley in Zone 9a
In Zone 9a, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Jan 3–Jan 17; transplant outdoors around Feb 14–Feb 28; direct sow outdoors around Feb 14–Mar 14. Expect to harvest around Apr 30–May 14.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 3 – Jan 17 |
| Transplant outdoors | Feb 14 – Feb 28 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 14 – Mar 14 |
| Harvest | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Harvest | Apr 30 – May 28 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 9a averages a last spring frost around Feb 28 and a first fall frost around Dec 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 9a calendar in the tool →