When to plant parsley in zone 8a
In zone 8a, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 25 and the first fall frost around Nov 10. Here is when to plant parsley.
Start seeds indoorsJan 28
Plant in the bedMar 11
Start pickingMay 20
Your parsley calendar for zone 8a
- Jan 28: Start parsley seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Mar 11: Plant parsley in the bed
- May 20: 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 8a. 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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