Parsley Growing Guide Petroselinum crispum Crop Rotation Group Umbelliferae (Carrot and root family) ● Soil Any average, well drained soil enriched with compost. Position Full sun. Frost tolerant Yes, tolerates mild frosts. Feeding Drench plants with a water soluble organic plant food monthly. Spacing Single Plants: 15cm (5") each way (minimum) Rows: 10cm (3") with 25cm (9") row gap (minimum) Sow and Plant Sow seeds direct or in containers and keep moist. Parsley germinates slowly. Or, start with young purchased plants. Take care not to disturb the roots when transplanting parsley. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area. Notes Drench plants with a water soluble organic plant food monthly. Harvesting Try both curled and flat-leafed or Italian parsley, which has stronger flavour. Plants that survive winter will bloom first thing in spring. Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect Parsley Aphids (General) Carrot Root Fly Slug Snail Plant Diseases which Affect Parsley Carrot Powdery Mildew Celery Viruses Parsley Root Rot
