When to plant Parsley in Zone 9b
In Zone 9b, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Dec 21–Jan 4; transplant outdoors around Feb 1–Feb 15; direct sow outdoors around Feb 1–Mar 1. Expect to harvest around Apr 17–May 1.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Dec 21 – Jan 4 |
| Transplant outdoors | Feb 1 – Feb 15 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 1 – Mar 1 |
| Harvest | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Harvest | Apr 17 – May 15 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 9b averages a last spring frost around Feb 15 and a first fall frost around Dec 15. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 9b calendar in the tool →