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Flat-Leaf Parsley

Herb

Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum

Overview
Also known as Italian parsley, this variety offers superior flavor compared to curly parsley with its clean, bright taste that doesn't overpower dishes. The flat, deeply-cut leaves are easier to chop and provide a fresh, grassy flavor that's essential in Mediterranean cooking. This hardy biennial is incredibly productive and continues growing through light frosts, making it a kitchen garden staple.
Planting
Direct sow in early spring or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Soak seeds 24 hours before planting to improve germination.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 14-28.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, carrot fly, armyworms, swallowtail butterfly caterpillars. Common diseases: Crown rot, leaf spot, powdery mildew in humid conditions.