Italian Leaf Parsley
Petroselinum Crispum 'Italian'
Overview
Italian Leaf Parsley (Petroselinum crispum 'Italian') is a flavorful culinary herb characterized by flat, glossy, dark green leaves on stems reaching up to 18 inches tall. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. This biennial offers a bountiful harvest and adds a lush, textured aesthetic to any kitchen garden or border. Hardy and aromatic, it's an essential component for both chefs and garden enthusiasts.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 2–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Herb
- Family
- Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
- Climate
- Temperate
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