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🌿 Growing Parsley in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Parsley can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days)

Zone12a

Last FrostJan 1

First FrostDec 31

Season Length364 days

Days to Harvest70

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Parsley in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

Start Parsley seeds indoors around Nov 6 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 14–28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 18

Transplant Parsley seedlings outdoors after Dec 18. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 6

First harvest approximately Feb 6 (~50 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31). Parsley can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Nov 5

For a fall harvest, plant Parsley around Nov 5 (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 12a?

Start Parsley seeds indoors around Nov 6. Transplant outdoors after Dec 18. Expect first harvest around Feb 6.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Parsley in Zone 12a?

Yes. Parsley needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Parsley in Zone 12a?

The best time to start Parsley in Zone 12a is Nov. Begin seeds indoors around Nov 6, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 1.

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 12a, expect your first harvest around Feb 6.

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