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Can You Grow Parsley in New Jersey?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

New Jersey last frost

mid-March

New Jersey first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in New Jersey

Direct sow

Mar 15

Harvest

May 24 – Jun 13

Dates are approximate, based on New Jersey'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 Jersey

New Jersey has a humid subtropical to continental climate. South Jersey is Zone 7a; North Jersey is Zone 6a-6b. Known for its produce farming — tomatoes, blueberries, cranberries.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Parsley in New Jersey?

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

What zone is New Jersey?

New Jersey spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a).

When do you plant Parsleys in New Jersey?

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