Forest Green Parsley (Petroselinum crispum Double Triple Curl) is a versatile and ornamental culinary herb with deeply curled, vibrant green leaves. Known for its robust flavor and striking texture, this parsley variety is ideal for garnishing dishes, flavoring soups, salads, and sauces, or growing as a decorative herb in kitchen and garden beds.
This fast-growing biennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and is suitable for container or garden cultivation. With a compact growth habit and dense foliage, Forest Green Parsley is a favorite for chefs, home gardeners, and herb enthusiasts looking for fresh, flavorful greens year-round.
Features
- Deeply curled, triple-curl leaves with vibrant forest green color
- Aromatic, flavorful parsley for culinary use
- Non-GMO, hardy, and easy-to-grow vegetable herb
- Suitable for container gardening and raised beds
- Fast-growing with continuous leaf harvest
Specifications
- Seed Type: Forest Green Parsley vegetable seeds
- Botanical Name: Petroselinum crispum Double Triple Curl
- Common Names: Forest Green Parsley, Curly Parsley
- Plant Type: Biennial herb (grown as annual)
- Plant Height: 12 – 18 inches
- Zones: USDA Zones 4 – 9
- Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Germination Time: 14 – 21 days
- Days to Maturity: 70 – 90 days
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Season: Spring and fall sowing
- Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
- Spacing: 6 – 8 inches apart
- Optimal Temperature: 50°F to 75°F (10°C to 24°C)
- Watering: Keep soil moist for optimal growth
- Companion Plants: Tomatoes, carrots, chives, onions
- Harvest Window: Cut outer leaves for continuous harvest; allow center growth
- Flavor Profile: Fresh, aromatic parsley flavor
- Uses: Culinary garnishes, salads, soups, herb gardens, container planting
- Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location until sowing
Planting Guide
- Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours to speed germination.
- Sowing: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-draining soil or containers.
- Light: Place in full sun to partial shade.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Harvesting: Pick outer leaves first; encourages new growth for continuous harvest.
- Maintenance: Fertilize lightly every 4–6 weeks for robust growth.