Parsley
Petroselinum crispum
History
Parsley was first used for cerimonaial and medicinal purposes. It was seen as a sign of death and place on burials. The romans used it as a fish food to treat sickly fish. Charlimaine made a decree that parsley was to be added to all royal gardens, which helped increase the populatiry of the herb.
Growing conditions
Sunlight
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day
Shade can help prevent bolting
Temperature Range
50F-70F
Soil Conditions
Loamy soil
Water
1 to 2 inches of water per week
Water the plants regularly keeping soil moist not soggy
Nutrients
10-10-5
Plant care
Sowing Seeds
plant seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep. Plant seeds about 1 inch apart and cover with straw
Germination
Germination can take 2 to 4 weeks. keep soil moist during this time.
Pruning
Remove leaves that are drooping in the soil. Remove any dead or diseased leaves.
Harvest
cut the outer most leaves back an inch from the soil, never take more then a third of the plant at a time.
Growing Tips
Growing in a container can help with over-crowding.
Garden plotter quick facts
Spacing
10" to 16"
Water needs
Low
Sunlight
Full Sun
Root vegetable that grows best in loose, sandy soil.
