Description

Italian Giant Flat Parsley is a robust, heirloom flat-leaf parsley variety known for its large, deeply lobed leaves and strong, clean flavor. The foliage is dark green, tender, and highly aromatic, making it a favorite for fresh cooking, garnishes, sauces, and soups where a bold parsley flavor is desired. Compared to curly types, it offers superior flavor and easier harvests from its broad leaves.

This vigorous variety is valued for its high yields and continuous harvest potential throughout the growing season. Plants produce abundant leafy growth that regrows quickly after cutting, making it an excellent choice for gardeners and chefs who want a steady supply of fresh, flavorful herbs.

• Type: Biennial herb (Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum)
• Growth habit: Leafy herb
• Start indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost (or direct sow early spring)
• Transplant: After all danger of frost has passed
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Spacing: 8–12 inches
• Days to maturity: 70–90 days

Parsley grows best in cool to moderate temperatures with rich, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Regular harvesting encourages dense, continuous leaf production, while removing flower stalks helps maintain tender, flavorful foliage throughout the season.

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