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Can You Grow Parsley in Arizona?

US · USDA Zone 9a · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a

Grows well here

Parsley grows well here — cold-tolerant and productive through the cool season.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Arizona last frost

late January

Arizona first frost

late December

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in Arizona

Direct sow

Jan 20

Harvest

Mar 31 – Apr 20

Dates are approximate, based on Arizona's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Parsley

Parsley is a biennial grown as an annual — slow to germinate but then productive for months.

Soak seeds overnight before sowing to speed germination. Can take 3-4 weeks to sprout — be patient. Harvest outer stems. Will survive light frost. Good for containers and windowsill growing.

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Gardening in Arizona

Arizona spans dramatic climate zones from cool mountain forests to hot desert. Low-elevation cities like Phoenix grow year-round; high-elevation areas are Zone 5-6.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Parsley in Arizona?

Parsley grows well here — cold-tolerant and productive through the cool season.

What zone is Arizona?

Arizona spans USDA Zone 9a (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a).

When do you plant Parsleys in Arizona?

Plant Parsleys Jan 20, harvest Mar 31 – Apr 20.