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🌿 Growing Parsley in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Parsley can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Feb 20. First frost: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 26Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 days)

Zone10a

Last FrostFeb 20

First FrostDec 1

Season Length284 days

Days to Harvest70

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Parsley in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 26

Start Parsley seeds indoors around Dec 26 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 14–28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 6

Transplant Parsley seedlings outdoors after Feb 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 28

First harvest approximately Mar 28 (~50 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1). Parsley can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 6

For a fall harvest, plant Parsley around Oct 6 (8 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Tomatoes✅ Asparagus ✅ Corn✅ Peppers✅ Peas

❌ Lettuce❌ Mint

Parsley in Other Zones

1a 1b 2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Parsley in Zone 10a?

Start Parsley seeds indoors around Dec 26. Transplant outdoors after Feb 6. Expect first harvest around Mar 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.

Can I grow Parsley in Zone 10a?

Yes. Parsley needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Parsley in Zone 10a?

The best time to start Parsley in Zone 10a is Dec. Begin seeds indoors around Dec 26, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Feb 20.

What companion plants grow well with Parsley?

Good companion plants for Parsley include Tomatoes, Asparagus, Corn, Peppers, Peas. Avoid planting Parsley near Lettuce, Mint.

How long does Parsley take to harvest?

Parsley takes approximately 70 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 10a, expect your first harvest around Mar 28.

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