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Flat-Leaf Parsley — Herbs | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Flat-Leaf Parsley
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

70-90days to harvest

14-28days to germinate

Z3–9USDA zones

Easydifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Direct sow in early spring or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Soak seeds 24 hours before planting to improve germination.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1 inch per week, consistent moisture
Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with good organic matter
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: 6-8 inches
Height: 0-3 feet
Season: Cool season, biennial grown as annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Dark green
Size: 2-4 inch leaves
Shape: Flat, triangular leaves with serrated edges, deeply divided into segments
Flavour: Fresh, clean, and grassy with a bright, slightly peppery finish

In the kitchen

Chimichurri, tabbouleh, soups, stews, sauces, garnish, herb butter, marinades

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids, carrot fly, armyworms, swallowtail butterfly caterpillars
Diseases: Crown rot, leaf spot, powdery mildew in humid conditions
Resistance: Generally resistant to most diseases when grown in well-drained conditions

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
3	April – May	June – July	—	July – October
4	March – April	June – July	—	July – October
5	March – April	May – June	—	June – October
6	March – April	May – June	—	June – November
7	February – March	April – June	—	June – November
8	February – March	April – May	—	May – December
9	January – February	March – April	—	April – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

TomatoesParsley repels tomato hornworms and aphids while tomatoes provide light shade

CarrotsParsley improves carrot flavor and growth, while carrots help loosen soil for parsley roots

AsparagusParsley attracts beneficial insects that protect asparagus from asparagus beetles

RosesParsley repels rose beetles and aphids while attracting beneficial predatory insects

ChivesBoth herbs repel similar pests and enhance each other's growth without competition

PeppersParsley provides ground cover and attracts beneficial insects that control pepper pests

CornParsley attracts parasitic wasps that control corn borers and other corn pests

BroccoliParsley attracts beneficial insects that prey on cabbage worms and other brassica pests

Avoid

LettuceParsley's strong root system can compete for nutrients and stunt lettuce growth

MintBoth are aggressive spreaders that compete for space and nutrients

CarawayInhibits parsley seed germination and can stunt established parsley growth

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 36
Protein (g): 2.97
Fat (g): 0.79
Carbohydrate (g): 6.33
Fibre (g): 3.3
Sugars (g): 0.85
Vitamin A (µg): 421
Vitamin C (mg): 133
Vitamin E (mg): 0.75
Vitamin K (µg): 1640
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.09
Folate (µg): 152
Calcium (mg): 138
Iron (mg): 6.2
Magnesium (mg): 50
Phosphorus (mg): 58
Potassium (mg): 554
Zinc (mg): 1.07
Selenium (µg): 0.1

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the herbs growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Flat-Leaf Parsley?

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