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🌿 Growing Parsley in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Parsley. Last frost: Apr 10. First frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 days)

Zone7b

Last FrostApr 10

First FrostNov 7

Season Length211 days

Days to Harvest70

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Parsley in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 13

Start Parsley seeds indoors around Feb 13 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 14–28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 27

Transplant Parsley seedlings outdoors after Mar 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 16

First harvest approximately May 16 (~50 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7). Parsley can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 12

For a fall harvest, plant Parsley around Sep 12 (8 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Tomatoes✅ Asparagus ✅ Corn✅ Peppers✅ Peas

❌ Lettuce❌ Mint

Parsley in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Parsley in Zone 7b?

Start Parsley seeds indoors around Feb 13. Transplant outdoors after Mar 27. Expect first harvest around May 16.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Parsley in Zone 7b?

Yes. Parsley needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Parsley in Zone 7b?

The best time to start Parsley in Zone 7b is Feb. Begin seeds indoors around Feb 13, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 10.

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 7b, expect your first harvest around May 16.

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