Petroselinum crispum

Curly Parsley

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Aromatic biennial herb with feathery foliage, essential in culinary arts globally. Thrives in temperate climates and tolerates partial shade indoors.
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Plant Details

Common Name Curly Parsley
Family Apiaceae
Genus Petroselinum
Species Crispum
Variety Various cultivars
Origin Southern Europe / Mediterranean
Blooming White umbels in second year, rarely flowers indoors
Leaf Color Bright green to dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich loamy soil with excellent drainage and organic matter

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Watering

Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun (6 hours) or partial shade; prevent scorching in high heat

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth period

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Pruning

Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage bushiness; remove flower stalks

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Parsley Worm Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 79°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
35% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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