When do you plant parsley in zone 6b?

In USDA hardiness zone 6b (last frost ~Apr 23, 2026, first frost ~Oct 21, 2026): Start seeds indoors Feb 16, 2026–Nov 13, 2026; Start hardening off Mar 30, 2026–Dec 6, 2026; Transplant outdoors Apr 13, 2026–Dec 11, 2026. Exact dates vary by location within the zone.

When to plant parsley in zone 6b

A planting schedule for parsley in USDA hardiness zone 6b, where the typical last spring frost is around Apr 23, 2026 and the first fall frost around Oct 21, 2026. Dates are computed from NOAA frost normals for a representative location (ZIP 01509) — your exact dates depend on your address.

Parsley planting schedule for zone 6b

Start seeds indoorsFeb 16, 2026 – Nov 13, 2026
Start hardening offMar 30, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026
Transplant outdoorsApr 13, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026

Playing it safe with tender crops? Spring frost holds off until about May 4, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10.

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Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location (ZIP 01509) in zone 6b; your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.