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Can You Grow Parsley in Ohio?

US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Ohio last frost

early April

Ohio first frost

late October

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in Ohio

Direct sow

Apr 7

Harvest

Jun 16 – Jul 6

Dates are approximate, based on Ohio'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 Ohio

Ohio has a humid continental climate. Northern Ohio near Lake Erie is Zone 6a; inland areas are Zone 5b. Four seasons with a productive 6-month growing window.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Parsley in Ohio?

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

What zone is Ohio?

Ohio spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).

When do you plant Parsleys in Ohio?

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