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🌿 Growing Parsley in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Parsley can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 3Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days)

Zone11a

Last FrostJan 28

First FrostDec 22

Season Length328 days

Days to Harvest70

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Parsley in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 3

Start Parsley seeds indoors around Dec 3 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 14–28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 14

Transplant Parsley seedlings outdoors after Jan 14. 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 5

First harvest approximately Mar 5 (~50 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22). Parsley can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 27

For a fall harvest, plant Parsley around Oct 27 (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 11a?

Start Parsley seeds indoors around Dec 3. Transplant outdoors after Jan 14. Expect first harvest around Mar 5.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Parsley in Zone 11a?

Yes. Parsley needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Parsley in Zone 11a?

The best time to start Parsley in Zone 11a is Dec. Begin seeds indoors around Dec 3, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 28.

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 11a, expect your first harvest around Mar 5.

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