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
This classic Italian Giant parsley offers large, flat leaves with a vibrant aroma and flavour. Easy to grow, it’s perfect for UK gardens and containers. Plant near your kitchen for convenient harvesting and enjoy fresh herbs year-round.
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Grow in Your Garden
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How to Grow
Start Parsley Italian Giant seeds indoors or outdoors throughout the year in well-drained soil, ideally in a sunny or partially shaded spot such as a windowsill, container, or garden bed near the kitchen for easy picking. This flat-leaf parsley prefers full sun or light shade to develop its zesty flavour. Sow from January to December to enjoy fresh leaves year-round.
Sowing
Sow the seeds thinly on damp, well-drained soil and cover them very lightly. Keep the soil moist and place the container or bed in a warm, bright spot to encourage the slow germination typical of parsley.
Growing
Once seedlings appear, thin them to about 20cm apart to allow space for each plant to grow into a bushy clump reaching around 40cm tall and 30cm wide, suitable for 20cm pots. This spacing supports healthy leaf development whether grown in containers or garden beds.
Plant care
Maintain consistent watering, especially during warm weather, to keep the soil evenly moist. Regularly pick leaves to encourage fresh growth, and feed the plants lightly every few weeks to maintain productivity. As a biennial, the parsley will flower in its second year, at which point leaves become tougher, so many gardeners prefer to sow fresh seeds when flowering begins.
About Parsley 'Italian Giant'
Ideal for pots, window boxes and garden beds, this Italian Giant flat-leaf parsley is easy to grow from seed and happy in full sun or partial shade. It attracts beneficial insects, suits beginners and is perfect for anyone wondering what herbs they can grow indoors or just outside the kitchen door.
- Pot Fans
- Grow Your Own
- Most Light Conditions
- Not Fussy
Eventual height & spread
History of Parsley 'Italian Giant'
Parsley, native to the Mediterranean, has a rich history and culinary use. Italian Giant is a flat-leaf variety prized for its strong flavour and versatility in cooking. It’s also known to repel some garden pests, making it a handy addition to herb gardens.
| Other Names | Flat Leaf Parsley and Italian Parsley |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Pet & Baby Safe. |
FAQs
Yes. Parsley is slower to germinate than some herbs, but once it’s up it’s very easy to grow. Expect seeds to take around 14–21 days to sprout if the soil is warm and evenly moist.
Yes, Parsley Italian Giant grows well indoors on a bright windowsill. Use a pot with drainage holes, keep the compost moist but not waterlogged, and give the plant as much light as possible.
Parsley is rich in vitamins A, C and K, and is often used to support digestion and add fresh, bright flavour to meals.
Italian parsley grows best in full sun but also copes well with partial shade. In very hot spots, a little afternoon shade helps keep plants lush and stops them drying out too quickly.
Parsley is a biennial, which means it usually produces leaves in its first year and flowers in its second. Once it flowers, the leaves become tougher and the plant will eventually decline, so many gardeners sow fresh parsley each year for the best harvest.