{"product_id":"1000-dark-green-italian-giant-parsley-seeds-heirloom-non-gmo-herb","title":"1000 Dark Green Italian Giant Parsley Seeds – Heirloom Non-GMO Herb","description":"\u003cp\u003eDark Green Italian Giant Parsley is a robust heirloom variety of Petroselinum crispum, prized for its large, flat, dark green leaves and intense, authentic parsley flavor. This versatile herb is a staple in Italian and Mediterranean cooking, where it adds depth to sauces, soups, salads, and garnishes. Its vigorous growth habit and high yields make it a favorite among home gardeners and market growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you grow it in a dedicated herb garden, a raised bed, or a container on the patio, this parsley delivers both beauty and utility. The lush, finely cut foliage provides an attractive backdrop for other plants and can be harvested continuously throughout the season. As a biennial, it may overwinter in mild climates and produce flowers the following year, attracting beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, flat, dark green leaves with rich parsley flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous, upright growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, non-GMO seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for fresh use, drying, or freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators when allowed to flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petroselinum crispum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial herb (often grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moist, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow parsley seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Soak seeds overnight to speed germination, which can be slow and uneven. Plant seeds about 1\/4 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them to the recommended spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide regular watering, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest outer leaves first to encourage continued growth. Parsley benefits from a light feeding with compost or a balanced organic fertilizer. Protect plants from extreme heat, which may cause bolting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1000 Dark Green Italian Giant Parsley seeds (Petroselinum crispum).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824736731446,"sku":"FOLIA2-1127","price":14.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6578501001_8dke.jpg?v=1793004393","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/1000-dark-green-italian-giant-parsley-seeds-heirloom-non-gmo-herb","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}