Parsley Flat leaf

PARSLEY – FLAT LEAF / ITALIAN

(PETROSELINUM CRISPUM)

An absolute staple herb for any kitchen! Highly aromatic with a stronger flavour than the curly leaf parsley varieties.

Best grown in a sunny position, parsley prefers to be direct sown and will often bolt to seed if transplanted.

Harvest by tearing off outside leaves at ground level.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP – APR

Temperate: AUG – APR

Sub – Tropical: MAR – OCT

Tropical: MAY, JUN, JUL

Arid: MAY, JUN, JUL

SOIL PREFERENCES

Soil PH 5.8 – 7.2

Moist, well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Direct sow 5mm deep.

Pre-soaking the seed with warm water may reduce germination times,

but expect it to take 2-3 weeks.