Parsley is a type of herbaceous plant that belongs to the same family (Apiaceae) as celery, carrot, and cumin. They are bushy plants that produce dark green leaves with a rich, strong flavor.
Parsley is a type of herbaceous plant that belongs to the same family (Apiaceae) as celery, carrot, and cumin. They are bushy plants that produce dark green leaves with a rich, strong flavor.
Germinates in: 8-15 days. First harvest: 40 to 50 days. Second harvest: around 70 days.
Known as a hardier and easy-to-grow parsley variety for its soil and water adaptability. Parsley is a companion plant for tomatoes and if you want more fragrant rose blossoms, plant parsley beside your rose bush!
It is an easy plant to start from seed, but germination is slower than other herbs so be patient. Snip the leaves along with the stem an inch above the crown, choosing stalks furthest out from the plant’s center. Leave the inner stalks and leaves, so the plant keeps growing. But don’t toss those stems! The stems are more potent in flavour than the leaves and provide great texture and flavour in pesto.
Parsley is rich source of vitamins K, C, A and B. It also contains dietary fibers and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron.
In ancient Rome, the plant was attributed with magical powers and it was believed that by eating the seeds one could become invisible and get supernatural strength.
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