Parsley
Petroselinum crispum
- Native to:
- Algeria, Greece, Morocco, NW. Balkan Pen.
Jonathunder
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Apiaceae
- Genus:
- Petroselinum
- Species:
- Petroselinum crispum
- USDA Symbol:
- PECR2
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual | Biennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 100 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow, green
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Armyworm moth (Pseudaletia unipuncta), nutmeg (Discestra trifolii), Old Man Dart (Agrotis vetusta), Anise Swallowtail (Papilio zelicaon), Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes)
Reported Fauna Sightings
Butterflies:Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- butterflies, beneficial insects
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- native to Mediterranean regions with fertile soils
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 14–28 days
- Notes:
- Seeds are slow to germinate and benefit from soaking in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Light improves germination.
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months. Requires soaking 24-48 hrs; discard floaters.