Flat leaf parsley

Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum

herb☀️ full-sun🪴 rich loam📏 small🌡️ RHS H5–H6

📋Quick Facts

Height

0.5-0.6m

Spread

0.3-0.5m

About

Strong flavoured parsley favoured for cooking and garnishes.

Top tip

Flat leaf parsley needs moist, fertile soil; harvest outer stems first and protect a few plants for winter use.

Also known as: Persil plat, Salsa lisa, Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum, Perejil de hoja plana, Flat leaf parsley, Prezzemolo liscio, Glatte Petersilie, Pietruszka naciowa gładka

Pest Resilience

3/5 — Average

Carrot fly larvae may tunnel roots; aphids occasionally on foliage.

Companion Planting

Grows well with

Tomato Asparagus Carrot Chives

Visual Characteristics

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Culinary

Culinary Use

Chimichurri, tabbouleh, gremolata, pasta, sauces, salads, bouquet garni

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How to Propagate

🌰Seed

Easy

Hardiness Zones

H1a (tender)H7 (very hardy)

H1a

H1b

H1c

RHS H5–H6

USDA 6 equivalent