Description

About Italian Parsley

Discover the unparalleled flavor and versatility of our organic Italian Parsley plants from the One Earth Edibles line. This herb is an indispensable addition to any kitchen. With its deeply cut, dark green leaves, this flat-leafed parsley variety is both flavorful and attractive, making it a must-have in any herb garden or mixed container.

Italian Parsley is renowned for its unique taste, adding a distinctive flavor profile to a wide range of dishes. Whether you’re flavoring meat, soups, or salads, this herb will elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Additionally, it is commonly used as a garnish, imparting both visual appeal and a burst of freshness to your plates.

How to Grow Italian Parsley

To grow Italian Parsley successfully, provide it with the optimal growing conditions. This annual herb thrives in full sun, so choose a sunny spot in your garden or ensure it receives at least six hours of direct sunlight per day. The plant reaches a height of 18-20 inches, creating an elegant presence in your garden.

Prepare the soil by ensuring it is moist and fertile. Italian Parsley prefers well-drained soil that retains moisture, so regular watering is essential. Aim to keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.

To prevent the plant from flowering and intensifying bitterness, it is advisable to pinch back Italian Parsley regularly. By removing the flowering buds, you encourage the plant to focus its energy on producing an abundance of flavorful leaves.

Overall, our Organic Italian Parsley plants are an excellent addition to any garden, providing both culinary and medicinal benefits. Plant them in a raised garden bed, container, or in-ground garden and enjoy the taste and fragrance of this delightful herb.

Botanical name: Petroselinum crispum

Our USDA-Certified Organic herbs come potted in quality soil and ready to plant!

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Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.

Characteristics

Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained - Moist
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Years to Bear 1
Zone Range 2 - 11

Size & Spacing

Mature Size

When your plant matures, it will be approximately 18 - 20" tall x 12 - 18" wide.

Recommended Spacing

We recommend spacing these plants 12 - 18" apart to ensure room for growth.

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 2 - 11 Outdoors: 8 - 11
My Hardiness Zone ?
The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
This item can be grown in colder climates if it's planted in a container and brought indoors during the winter months. If you're planting it outdoors in the ground, we recommend being within the outdoor zone range.

Pollination

Pollination is not required for this variety.

This variety does not require pollination to produce a harvestable crop.

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow herbs in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

Shipping Information

Arrives when it's time to plant

Your success is our priority. We work hard to make sure that your order arrives at the ideal time for planting in your location based on your local climate conditions.

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