Herbs
Parsley
Pick the outer stalks and leave the central crown growing.
Sowing & planting windows in Australia
Planting timing varies by broad Australian gardening zone. Local weather, unusual seasons and your garden’s microclimate can shift timing.
Cool
Sow · Jan–Mar, Sep–Dec
Core months: January, February, March, September, October, November, December
Possible / shoulder months: April, August
Temperate
Sow · Jan–Mar, Aug–Dec
Core months: January, February, March, August, September, October, November, December
Possible / shoulder months: April, May, June, July
Subtropical
Sow · Mar–May
Core months: March, April, May
Possible / shoulder months: January, February, June, July, August, September
Tropical
Sow · May–Jul
Core months: May, June, July
Possible / shoulder months: March, April
Arid
Sow · May
Core months: May
Possible / shoulder months: January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, November, December
Getting started
Sow directly where plants will grow; thin seedlings to the spacing needed at maturity.
The right conditions
Choose sun to light shade and fertile, free-draining soil; protect from harsh heat where appropriate.
As it grows
Water while establishing, then avoid prolonged waterlogging. Trim or pinch regularly to encourage useful leafy growth and airflow.
Ready to harvest
Take the oldest outer stalks at their base and leave the central crown intact for repeat harvests.
Related how-to guides
Harvest herbs and pinch basil for more growth
Identify the culinary herb and edible part.
Plant guidance: Desk-reviewed; not field-tested. Planting windows are a guide rather than a rule.