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Can You Grow Parsley in Idaho?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Idaho last frost

mid-March

Idaho first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in Idaho

Direct sow

Mar 15

Harvest

May 24 – Jun 13

Dates are approximate, based on Idaho'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 Idaho

Idaho has a semi-arid continental climate. Southern valleys are Zone 6-7 with hot dry summers; northern regions and mountains are colder. Excellent for root vegetables and cool crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Parsley in Idaho?

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

What zone is Idaho?

Idaho spans USDA Zone 6b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Parsleys in Idaho?

Plant Parsleys Mar 15, harvest May 24 – Jun 13.