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Can You Grow Parsley in Oregon?

US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Oregon last frost

late January

Oregon first frost

mid-December

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in Oregon

Direct sow

Jan 30

Harvest

Apr 10 – Apr 30

Dates are approximate, based on Oregon'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 Oregon

Oregon has dramatically different climates west and east of the Cascades. The Willamette Valley is mild and productive year-round (Zone 8a-8b); eastern Oregon is semi-arid and colder (Zone 5-6).

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Parsley in Oregon?

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

What zone is Oregon?

Oregon spans USDA Zone 8b (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Parsleys in Oregon?

Plant Parsleys Jan 30, harvest Apr 10 – Apr 30.