Petroselinum crispum (Parsley)
Parsley, Ache, Devil-and-Back-Ten-Times, Garden Parsley, Herb of Death, Herb Venus
Native to Europe and the Mediterranean, Petroselinum crispum (Parsley) is a bushy biennial forming a dense rosette of rich green, triangular, aromatic leaves finely divided into curly or flat leaflets. The plant will bloom in the second year by sending up stalks bearing small yellow-green flowers in umbels. Unfortunately, the leaves become coarser in the second year and lose their good flavor. Rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, B and minerals, including potassium, iron, copper and manganese, Parsley is cultivated worldwide for its aromatic edible leaves which may be used fresh or dried in salads, vegetable and egg dishes, sauces or as a garnish. It is one of the most popular herbs for growing at home, both in gardens and containers.
There are 3 distinct types of parsley: curly leaved parsley (the most popular), Italian, French or flat-leaf parsley (considered to have the best flavor) and Hamburg parsley (grown for its delicately flavored roots).
- Grows up to 10-12 in. tall and wide (25-30 cm).Parsley self-seeds under suitable conditions.
- Performs best in fertile, moist, but well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Do not allow soils to dry out.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for Septoria leaf spot, stem rot, carrot weevil, flea beetles, leafhoppers.
- Propagate by seed sown in situ, in succession from late spring through summer. Seed may be started indoors about 6-8 weeks before last spring frost date. Germination may take 3 to 8 weeks. You can speed up this process by soaking the seed in warm water overnight before planting.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to Europe and the Mediterranean.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 2
– 11 |
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Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Herbs |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 8" – 12" (20cm – 30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 2
– 11 |
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Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Herbs |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 8" – 12" (20cm – 30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |