Herboo Parsley ‘Italian Giant’ flat leaf parsley seed packet
Close-up of fresh Italian Giant flat leaf parsley leaves growing in a pot
Back of Herboo Parsley Italian Giant seed packet showing sowing and care instructions
Italian Giant parsley leaves with lush green flat foliage in the garden
Side view of Herboo Parsley Italian Giant seed packet, ideal for UK pots and herb beds

Parsley 'Italian Giant' Seeds

Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum

Giant parsley from Italy, with a bigger reputation in the kitchen. According to an old wife’s tale, only the wicked can grow parsley and giving it to someone is bad luck. So perhaps leave it out of your next gift box, unless you are a wicked one yourself! Easy to grow from seed, this flat-leaf Italian parsley is happiest near your kitchen for quick picking, full sun or light shade and zesty flavours all season.

Approx 175 seeds

  • Pot Fans
  • Grow Your Own
  • Most Light Conditions
  • Not Fussy

Parsley 'Italian Giant' Seeds – Quick Growing Guide

Parsley 'Italian Giant' seeds produce robust, flat-leaf parsley ideal for fresh culinary use. Sow from March to September, either directly outdoors or in pots. Prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sun. Regular watering encourages lush growth. Harvest leaves as needed from summer onwards for salads and garnishes.

How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Parsley 'Italian Giant' Seeds

  • Sow:March–September, direct or in pots
  • Germination:7–14 days
  • Grow:Well-drained soil in full or partial sun
  • Water:Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
  • Harvest:Pick leaves from summer onwards as needed
  • Best for:Pots, beds, windowsills

Grow in Your Garden

Giant parsley from Italy, with a bigger reputation in the kitchen. According to an old wife’s tale, only the wicked can grow parsley and giving it to someone is bad luck. So perhaps leave it out of your next gift box, unless you are a wicked one yourself! Easy to grow from seed, this flat-leaf Italian parsley is happiest near your kitchen for quick picking, full sun or light shade and zesty flavours all season.