When to plant parsley in zone 3a
In zone 3a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 20 and the first fall frost around Sep 10. Here is when to plant parsley.
Start seeds indoorsMar 25
Plant in the bedMay 6
Start pickingJul 15
Your parsley calendar for zone 3a
- Mar 25: Start parsley seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- May 6: Plant parsley in the bed
- Jul 15: Start picking parsley
Slow to sprout from seed, so most people buy small plants.
Spacing in a raised bed: 4 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 3a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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