Organic Italian parsley
Cette variété biologique produit un feuillage abondant au goût prononcé qui rehausse une multitude de plats. Sa facilité de culture et sa longue période de récolte en font une valeur sûre du jardin culinaire.
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Italian Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum) is an essential biennial culinary herb prized for its flat, dark green, glossy, highly aromatic leaves. With a stronger flavor than curly parsley, it is a favorite for sauces, soups, salads, pestos, marinades, and Mediterranean dishes. In the garden, it forms elegant 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 in) clumps that are both useful and ornamental in vegetable gardens and containers. Hardy to about -20°C (-4°F), it may flower in its second year, producing yellowish-green umbels that add ecological interest.
Italian Parsley grows in full sun to partial shade in rich, cool, fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds from April through August, directly in the garden or in containers, 0.5 to 1 cm (0.2 to 0.4 in) deep. Germination is naturally slow, often taking 14 to 28 days, and requires consistent moisture for even emergence. Regular watering keeps the foliage tender and supports continuous growth. Harvesting the outer stems frequently at the base encourages regrowth, while compost helps maintain vigorous plants.
Ideal for family vegetable gardens, herb gardens, edible borders, and kitchen containers, Italian Parsley provides fresh harvests throughout the season. It pairs well with Tomato, Asparagus, and Chives while adding texture and structure to edible landscapes. The leaves can be used fresh, frozen, or dried as needed. When a few plants are allowed to flower in their second year, the umbels attract hoverflies, bees, and other beneficial insects, contributing to the biodiversity of a living, productive garden.
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