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Italian Plain Leaf · Parsley

Zone 3a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Italian Plain Leaf to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 3rd
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 22nd
Harvest BeginsJul 31st
Harvest EndsSep 1st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity70
Sun RequirementsPart Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: Parsley is slow to germinate—soaking seeds 12–24 hours and keeping consistently moist seed-starting media greatly improves emergence.