Petroselinum crispum 'Curly'
Parsley-curly
Photo courtesy of Proven Winners
- Most used herb
- Contains more Vitamin C than an orange
- Great source of Vitamin A, several B vitamins, iron and calcium
Border or Bed
Container
Edible
Great Foliage
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Average Water
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Easy to grow. Plant in full sun. Prefers well drained soil. Grows well in gardens or containers.
Height: 8-12 in
Spread: 10-14 in
Spacing: 9-12 in
Price Level 1: $5.49 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color:
Zone: 9-11
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Edible
- Great Foliage
- Border or Bed
- Container
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Petroselinum
Common Name: Parsley-Italian
Know as parsley, typically grows in a clump 12-18 inches tall and wide in the first year. Dark green, triangular leaves that are either tightly curled (curly parsley) or flat (Italian/flat-leaf parsley). Produces small yellow flowers in its second year, often used as a culinary garnish and flavoring