Parsley 'Italian' 4 Inch

Discerning chefs consider Italian Flat Leaf Parsley to be more flavorful than curly leaf parsley, and believe its flavor holds up better in cooked dishes. We love it because it's so easy to grow and sometimes even winters over. However, as a biennial (leaves grow first year, then flowers second year), Italian parsley's second year's leaves are not as plentiful before the plant goes to seed, so many gardeners treat it as an annual. Parsley thrives in well-draining soil and lots of sun, so consider growing Italian parsley in container planters or hanging baskets right outside your kitchen door.

Common Name: Italian Flat Leaf Parsley

Culinary Uses: As a garnish; fresh in dips and salads; cooked in soups, stews, and countless other dishes

Harvest Time: Pluck leaves as needed, leaving at least 2/3 of the plant.

Mature Size: 1 foot tall and wide

Growth Rate: Moderate

Cold Hardiness: Sometimes winters over in the Pacific NW, actually a biennial grown as an annual.°

Characteristics:

Light: Sun to partial sun

Structure: Mounding

Photos: Real images, not stock photos

Please Note: When Ground Shipping is selected, plants will be shipped on the following Monday to help maintain the plant quality.