Plant Parsley in Zone 3a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 3a
Start indoors
Mar 20
Transplant
May 1
Harvest (~75d)
Jul 15
In Zone 3a, the average last spring frost is around May. Parsley is a hardy crop, so give it a head start indoors about 8 weeks before that, then move it out after frost danger passes.
Last spring frost
May 15
First fall frost
Sep 15
Growing season
123 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start parsley in Zone 3a?
Start parsley seeds indoors around Mar 20 (Zone 3a).
Can I direct sow parsley in Zone 3a?
Parsley is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 3a rather than direct sown.