When to plant parsley in zone 5a
In zone 5a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 4 and the first fall frost around Oct 3. Here is when to plant parsley.
Start seeds indoorsMar 9
Plant in the bedApr 20
Start pickingJun 29
Your parsley calendar for zone 5a
- Mar 9: Start parsley seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Apr 20: Plant parsley in the bed
- Jun 29: 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 5a. 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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