Grow bold, rich flavor in your herb garden with Giant Italian Flat Leaf Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. Neapolitanum) Seeds. This classic variety is known for its large, flat, dark-green leaves and intense aroma, making it a preferred parsley type for culinary use.
These Non-GMO Giant Italian Parsley Seeds produce vigorous plants with strong stems and abundant foliage. Perfect for garden beds, raised planters, and containers, this variety performs well in full sun and adapts to a wide range of soil conditions. Ideal for seasoning, garnishing, drying, and fresh use, its high-quality leaves make it a favorite for home cooks and gardeners.
Features
- Produces large, flat, dark-green aromatic leaves
- Excellent culinary herb with rich flavor
- Non-GMO seed quality
- Strong, vigorous growth habit
- Suitable for containers and garden beds
- Heat tolerant with steady leaf production
- Biennial grown as an annual in most gardens
- Great for fresh use, drying, and cooking
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Petroselinum crispum var. Neapolitanum
- Common Names: Giant Italian Flat Leaf Parsley, Italian Parsley
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Plant Type: Biennial (grown as an annual)
- USDA Zones: 3–9
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Leaf Type: Flat, broad, deeply aromatic
- Height: 12–24 inches
- Spacing: 10–12 inches
- Season for Planting: Spring or early summer
- Germination Time: 14–30 days
- Germination Temperature: 60–70°F
- Cold Stratification: Optional soaking for 12–24 hours boosts germination
- Harvest Time: 60–75 days
- Maintenance Level: Low to moderate
- Uses: Culinary, seasoning, fresh dishes, drying, container gardening
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Enrich soil with compost; ensure good drainage.
- Seed Soaking (Optional): Soak seeds 12–24 hours to speed germination.
- Sowing Time: Early spring after frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost.
- Seed Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
- Watering for Germination: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Germination Window: 14–30 days; parsley germinates slowly.
- Light Requirements: Full sun for strongest growth; tolerates partial shade.
- Thinning: Space seedlings 10–12 inches apart.
- Watering: Maintain even moisture; mulch helps retain soil moisture.
- Harvesting: Cut outer stems first to encourage repeat growth.