Parsley Growing Guide
Biennial herb grown as an annual, ranking among the world's most widely used culinary herbs. Available in curly-leaf and flat-leaf (Italian) varieties for fresh and dried markets.
Growing Conditions
Soil Requirements
Soil Type & pH
Best soil types: loam, sandy loam, clay loam
pH range: 5.5 - 7 (optimal: 6)
Drainage: good
Nutrient Needs (N-P-K)
Planting Guide
Yield & Economics
Common Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
- carrot fly
- aphids
- celery leaf miner
Common Diseases
- septoria leaf spot
- crown rot
- damping off
Use to identify issues early and prevent crop losses.
Growing Tips
Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to break dormancy and speed germination from 3 weeks to about 10 days.
Harvest outer stems first, leaving the central growing point intact for continued production.
Parsley is biennial; it will bolt and flower in the second year, so treat as annual for commercial fresh herb production.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Parsley take to grow?
Parsley typically takes 70 days from planting to harvest. Seeds germinate in about 21 days. The best planting season is spring, fall.
What soil does Parsley need?
Parsley grows best in loam, sandy loam, clay loam soil with a pH of 5.5-7. Good drainage is required.
What temperature does Parsley need?
Parsley grows best at 10-25°C. Frost tolerance: light. Heat tolerance: low.
What is the expected yield for Parsley?
Parsley yields approximately 20,000 kg fresh herb/hectare under good conditions. Multiple harvests per year are possible (4).
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