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Parsley Seed
One-of-a-kind fern-leaf parsley.
The deeply incised, feathery, narrow leaflets are easy to chop during kitchen prep and make an elegant garnish or bunch. Delicate in appearance but firm enough to stand up to handling, packing, and plating. Standard parsley flavor. Suitable for field or pot production. Has shown some resistance to tipburn in our trials. Ht. 12–18".
Growing Information
DAYS TO GERMINATION:14-30 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C).
SOWING:Transplant (recommended): Sow in 1" cell containers. Seeds take at least 3 weeks to germinate.
Direct seed:Sow in spring after the danger of frost has passed, about 1/4- 1/2" deep, 3 seeds per inch in single rows or 2-3" wide bands 12-18" apart. Thin plants to 8-12" apart.
DISEASES:Prevent disease with crop rotation and good sanitation.
LIGHT PREFERENCE:Sun.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:Grows well in moist, fertile soil. If planted in a well-drained location, it can normally be wintered over to produce a crop early the following spring. Mulch where temperatures go below 0°F (-18°C).
Water during dry spells and side-dress with compost or a balanced fertilizer once or twice during the growing period, if necessary.
PLANT HEIGHT:Varies.
PLANT SPACING:8-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:Biennial.
