Italian Giant Parsley Seeds – 500 Dark Green Flat Leaf Herb Garden Seeds

Italian Giant Parsley is a premium flat-leaf parsley variety prized for its large, dark green leaves and robust, aromatic flavor. Also known as Italian parsley or flat-leaf parsley, this herb is a staple in Mediterranean and American kitchens, where it is used fresh in salads, sauces, soups, and as a garnish. Its vigorous growth and generous leaf production make it a rewarding choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

This variety offers excellent garden performance, producing lush, upright plants that can be harvested repeatedly throughout the growing season. Whether grown in a dedicated herb garden, mixed border, or containers on a sunny patio, Italian Giant Parsley adds both beauty and utility to any outdoor space.

Plant Features

• Large, dark green flat leaves with intense parsley flavor
• Vigorous, upright growth habit
• Excellent for fresh use, drying, and freezing
• Attracts beneficial insects when allowed to flower
• Versatile for garden beds, borders, and containers

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum
• Plant Type: Biennial herb (often grown as annual)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
• Bloom Season: Summer (second year if overwintered)
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Germination Requirements: Slow to germinate; soak seeds before sowing
• Spacing: 8-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Italian Giant Parsley seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. For best results, soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting to help soften the seed coat and improve germination. Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep in moist, well-drained soil. Germination can be slow, often taking 2-4 weeks.

Once seedlings emerge, thin them to stand 8-12 inches apart. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest outer stems first to encourage continued growth. Parsley can be harvested throughout the season and will often overwinter in mild climates, providing an early spring crop the following year.

What's Included

500 Italian Giant Parsley seeds.