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Can You Grow Parsley in Vermont?

US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Vermont last frost

mid-April

Vermont first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Parsleys in Vermont

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 24 – Jul 14

Dates are approximate, based on Vermont'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 Vermont

Vermont has a cool humid continental climate. Southern Vermont is Zone 5a-5b; northern Vermont is Zone 4a-4b. Short growing seasons are productive for cool crops, potatoes, and maple trees.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Parsley in Vermont?

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

What zone is Vermont?

Vermont spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).

When do you plant Parsleys in Vermont?

Plant Parsleys Apr 15, harvest Jun 24 – Jul 14.