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Can You Grow Parsley in Massachusetts?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Massachusetts last frost

early April

Massachusetts first frost

late October

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in Massachusetts

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

Jun 10 – Jun 30

Dates are approximate, based on Massachusetts'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 Massachusetts

Massachusetts has a humid continental climate. Boston and coastal areas are Zone 6a-6b; inland areas are colder at Zone 5b-6a. Four seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.