Italian parsley

Italian parsley 'Dark Green' (Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum) – Offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine

Italian parsley 'Dark Green' is a vigorous and fragrant variety , prized for its large, flat, aromatic leaves , which release an intense and slightly peppery flavor . With its impressive height of 40 to 80 cm , it adapts equally well to vegetable gardens and pots .

Although biennial , it is usually grown as an annual , as its taste becomes more bitter in the second year . It is perfect for enhancing stews, soups, sauces, salads and pestos , and is rich in vitamins and minerals .

Characteristics of the variety

Type : Biennial grown as an annual
Plant habit : Upright, with large leaves
Height : 40 to 80 cm
Maturity : 70 to 90 days
Foliage color : Dark green
Flavor : Intense, herbaceous, slightly peppery
Use : Salads, sauces, soups, pestos, Mediterranean cuisine
Attractiveness : Fast growth, abundant foliage
Quantity per sachet : ±200 seeds
Hardiness : Zone 3
Special feature : Excellent alternative to curly parsley for a more pronounced taste

Cultivation method

?? Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
?? Sowing :
• Indoors early April , transplant mid-May
• Direct sowing in open ground in May
?? Sowing depth : 5 mm
?? Germination temperature : 21°C
? Germination time : 15 to 25 days (slow germination)
?? Specific need : Seeds require darkness to germinate well
?? Spacing : 15 cm between plants
?? Watering : Regular, fresh and moist soil
?? Maintenance : Harvest leaves frequently to promote growth

With optimal conditions, Italian parsley 'Dark Green' offers a generous and aromatic harvest , perfect for lovers of intense flavors in cooking .

Use and special features

?? A must-have in Mediterranean cuisine
Its powerful taste enhances fresh dishes, sauces and broths .

?? Generous and resistant foliage
Its great vigor and upright shape make it an asset for vegetable gardens and planters .

?? Ideal for drying and freezing
Stores easily for year-round use .