Plant Parsley in Zone 9a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 9a
Start indoors
Jan 4
Transplant
Feb 15
Harvest (~75d)
May 1
In Zone 9a, the average last spring frost is around March. 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
Mar 1
First fall frost
Nov 30
Growing season
274 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start parsley in Zone 9a?
Start parsley seeds indoors around Jan 4 (Zone 9a).
Can I direct sow parsley in Zone 9a?
Parsley is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 9a rather than direct sown.