Ferry-Morse Parsley Seeds - Flat Italian Organic

Biennial Herb: These organic parsley seeds are USDA-certified organic! This flat-leaved parsley has a nice flavor-a favorite for fresh use or drying. This organic seed variety also boasts many nutritional benefits, including high levels of powerful antioxidants and essential vitamins and minerals. The herb plant's dark green leaves make a beautiful garnish. Easy to grow, soak seeds in warm water before sowing and they should germinate in 21-28 days.

• Non Neonic: Safe for Bees
• Grows Best In: Full Sun/Partial Shade
• Days to Germination: 21-28 Days
• Days to Maturity: 75-77 Days
• Best Container Size: 12"+
• Growing Height: 12-18"
• Water Needs: Average (1-2 in/week)

• Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies
• Botanical Name: Petroselinum Crispum
• Flavor: Has a slight peppery taste with hints of citrus and has more flavor than curled varieties
• Preparation Ideas: Great for use as a garnish or in marinades or potato dishes
• Plant Type: Herb
• Plant Lifecycle: Biennial
• Pelleted Seed Count: 20-35
• Fill Weight: 0.7 gram
• Landscape Use: Edible Garden
• Growing Seasons: Summer/Fall
• Harvest/Bloom Seasons: Summer/Fall

Soak seeds overnight in warm water. Start indoors in a sunny location 6 weeks before planting outdoors. Or sow in the garden in rich, moist, deep soil in sun or partial shade as early as the ground can be worked. Thin or transplant plants to 10" apart when they are 2" tall. Cut only 2 or 3 stems from a plant as required for use.

• Planting Depth: 0.25"
• Seed Spacing: 10"

For later use, freeze leaves or dry them in the shade. Interplant parsley with roses and tomatoes to enhance the vigor of both. Soak seeds overnight in warm water to speed germination.