Description
Description
Giant of Italy Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is widely cultivated easy-to-grow culinary herb. Dried or fresh, it is an essential spice for soups and stews, meat and vegetable dishes. Eat it straight from the garden fall through spring when it's the sweetest and most delicious.
Specifications
Common Name:Giant of Italy Parsley
Scientific Name:Petroselinum crispum
Description:Succulent, upright reaching stems and large, shiny flat leaves. Use fresh or dried.
Plant Lifespan:Biennial
Cold Hardiness (F):Zone 9b (25 to 30)
Light Requirements:Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:Spring, Fall
Seeding Depth:1/8 in.
Days to Sprout:7-21
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):70-75
Plant Spacing:8-14 in.
Plant Height:1 ft.
Giant of Italy Parsley