When to Plant Parsley in Maine
In a typical Maine location, start seeds indoors Mar 7 – Mar 21, then transplant outdoors Apr 18 – Apr 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 11 in Lewiston and as late as May 2 in Sanford.
Slow to germinate; start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, transplant 1-2 weeks before last frost (biennial, cold-tolerant).
Parsley Planting Dates by City
| City | Start indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Apr 12 – Apr 19 |
| Lewiston | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 11 – Apr 18 |
| Bangor | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Apr 20 – Apr 27 |
| West Scarborough | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Apr 12 – Apr 19 |
| South Portland | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Apr 12 – Apr 19 |
| South Portland Gardens | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Apr 12 – Apr 19 |
| Auburn | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 11 – Apr 18 |
| Biddeford | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Apr 25 – May 2 |
| Sanford | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Saco | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Apr 25 – May 2 |
| Augusta | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | Apr 13 – Apr 20 |
| Westbrook | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Apr 12 – Apr 19 |
| Waterville | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Apr 18 – Apr 25 |
| Brunswick | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Apr 18 – Apr 25 |
| York Beach | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Apr 17 – Apr 24 |
| Wells Beach Station | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Apr 25 – May 2 |
| Orono | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Apr 17 – Apr 24 |
| Lisbon | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | May 1 – May 8 |
| North Bath | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 26 – May 3 |
| Brewer | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Apr 20 – Apr 27 |
| Presque Isle | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Apr 30 – May 7 |
Showing the 21 most populous of 21 Maine cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Maine cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant parsley in Maine?
In a typical Maine location, start seeds indoors Mar 7 – Mar 21, then transplant outdoors Apr 18 – Apr 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 11 in Lewiston and as late as May 2 in Sanford.
When is the last frost in Maine?
The average last spring frost in Maine ranges from April 25 in Lewiston to May 16 in Sanford, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do parsley take to grow?
Parsley typically take 70–90 days from planting to harvest. Slow to germinate; start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, transplant 1-2 weeks before last frost (biennial, cold-tolerant).
Other Crops in Maine
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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