Parsley Seeds
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How to grow parsley
How to grow parsley
Seed Sowing
Sow your Parsley seeds from February to June. Ideal for direct sowing from April onwards; sow indoors in modules from February and plant out later if desired. Sow 4-5 seeds 0.5 cm deep; keep them well watered as they are slow to germinate and can take 3+ weeks.
Transplanting
Transplant parsley into a weed-free bed in full sun or partial shade. Space in rows 20 cm apart with an in-row spacing of 15 cm. Water well after planting.
Plant Care
Parsley is easy to care for; keep it weed-free, remove yellowing leaves regularly, and water during hot spells.
Challenges
Parsley is related to carrots and celery, so pests like Celery Leaf miners and Carrot root flies can affect them. Remove pests promptly. Using insect mesh can prevent attacks.
Harvest
Keep picking larger outer leaves to encourage new growth. Remove flower spikes in year 2 to prolong leaf production. It will eventually go to seed.
Culinary Ideas
Parsley is a versatile herb, packed with antioxidants and vitamins. Use in tabbouleh, chimichurri, potato salad, gremolata, and garlic bread for added flavor and freshness.
Seed Saving
Leave at least five plants to flower and go to seed. Once seed heads turn brown, cut and dry for two more weeks before rubbing off seeds and storing in a cool, dry place. Seeds last up to two years; fresh seed is best.
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Parsley – Curly: Moss Curled (Organic)
£1.95 Add to basketParsley – Curly: Moss Curled (Organic)
A vigorous dark green curled parsley that keeps its fresh appearance well. Moss Curled is an early maturing variety that was introduced in the 1800s. Its leaves are finely curled like moss and can be used to flavour soups and salads, and many other dishes. It is particularly good for garnishes as the leaves are less likely to bruise when chopped.
(Approximate seed count – 600)
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Parsley – Italian Giant (Organic)
£1.95 Add to basketParsley – Italian Giant (Organic)
A large flat-leaved parsley variety with excellent strong flavour – more pungent than curled types. Parsley is probably the most well-known herb in the world. It is native to the Mediterranean region and was first grown mostly for medicinal purposes. It seems to have become more commonly used in Northern Europe since the Middle Ages and is today’s favourite for garnishing, in salads and for cooking.
This Italian variety grows an abundance of dark green leaves. It can be grown in pots as well as in the ground all year round.
(Approximate seed count – 600)£1.95
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