When to Plant Parsley in Zone 6
In USDA zone 6a, start seeds indoors around February 28, transplant or plant outdoors April 11 to June 25, and expect your first harvest around June 25. (6a shown here — see 6a and 6b dates separately below.)
Parsley planting calendar for USDA Zone 6a
Average last spring frost
April 25
Average first fall frost
October 10
Start seeds indoors
Feb 28
Transplant outdoors
Apr 11
Projected first harvest
Jun 25
Most parsley mature in about 75 days, needing roughly 168 frost-free days in zone 6a.
Parsley planting calendar for USDA Zone 6b
Average last spring frost
April 20
Average first fall frost
October 15
Start seeds indoors
Feb 23
Transplant outdoors
Apr 6
Projected first harvest
Jun 20
Most parsley mature in about 75 days, needing roughly 178 frost-free days in zone 6b.
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Varieties to grow
2 varieties of parsley in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with parsley
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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