Tightly ruffled, deep-green leaves on a tidy biennial that crops for the best part of a year. Slow to germinate but worth the wait for a constant kitchen supply.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 40 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Curled Parsley
Petroselinum crispum is an moderate-growing edible plant in the Apiaceae family. It reaches around 40 cm tall at maturity, with aromatic foliage.
Where to grow Curled Parsley
Curled Parsley suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit Curled Parsley provided drainage is reasonable. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Curled Parsley is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Curled Parsley in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Curled Parsley in the garden
Curled Parsley earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Curled Parsley with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Curled Parsley
Plant Sale lists Curled Parsley as potted plants and seed. Stock isn't live yet — register your interest using the panel above and we'll email you the moment we have it ready.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Curled Parsley seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.