When to Plant Parsley in Newport News, Virginia (23607)

Location

Newport News, Virginia

ZIP Code

23607

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Sunday, March 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Sunday, March 29, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, March 15, 2026 · Zone 8b

Pro tip: Start Parsley seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Sunday, March 29, 2026.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Petroselinum crispum

Days to Maturity 75 days

Mature Height 12-18"

Spread 12"

Type Leaf

Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (keep moist)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 14-28 days

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Common Parsley Varieties

Popular cultivars to look for at your local nursery or seed supplier.

Italian Flat-Leaf

open-pollinated

Preferred by chefs for its bold flavor; better for cooking than curly varieties.

Curly Parsley

open-pollinated

Decorative tightly ruffled leaves; mild flavor, popular as a garnish.

Giant Italian

open-pollinated

Large, productive flat-leaf variety with exceptional flavor; vigorous grower.

🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟡 Moderate

✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Parsley is biennial — it flowers in year 2. Harvest seed heads when fully brown and dry.

Processing

Cut seed heads into a bag, allow to fully dry, shake out seeds.

Seed Viability

Up to 2 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Parsley must overwinter to produce seed. In cold climates, mulch heavily or pot and bring indoors through winter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Parsley in Newport News, Virginia? +

In Newport News (Zone 8b), start Parsley seeds indoors around Sunday, January 18, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Sunday, March 29, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Newport News, Virginia? +

The average last spring frost date for Newport News, Virginia (ZIP 23607) is around Sunday, March 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8b.

How long does Parsley take to grow? +

Parsley typically matures in about 75 days from transplanting. In Newport News, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, March 29, 2026 plus 75 days.

Should I start Parsley indoors or direct sow in Virginia? +

Parsley should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Newport News, that means starting around Sunday, January 18, 2026.

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Growing Parsley in Zone 8b

Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Newport News, Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should start seeds indoors around Sunday, January 18, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, March 15, 2026. Plan to transplant your Parsley seedlings outdoors around Sunday, March 29, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.