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Can You Grow Parsley in Maine?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Maine last frost

mid-April

Maine first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in Maine

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 24 – Jul 14

Dates are approximate, based on Maine'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 Maine

Maine has a cool humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; inland and northern Maine is Zone 3b-4a. Short summers but excellent for potatoes, blueberries, and cool crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Parsley in Maine?

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

What zone is Maine?

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

When do you plant Parsleys in Maine?

Plant Parsleys Apr 15, harvest Jun 24 – Jul 14.