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Can You Grow Parsley in New Hampshire?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

New Hampshire last frost

early April

New Hampshire first frost

late October

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in New Hampshire

Direct sow

Apr 7

Harvest

Jun 16 – Jul 6

Dates are approximate, based on New Hampshire'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 New Hampshire

New Hampshire has a humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; northern mountains are Zone 4a-5a. Short growing seasons but productive for cool-season crops and berries.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Parsley in New Hampshire?

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

What zone is New Hampshire?

New Hampshire spans USDA Zone 5b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a).

When do you plant Parsleys in New Hampshire?

Plant Parsleys Apr 7, harvest Jun 16 – Jul 6.