The ideal location of parsley

The herb is worth growing for several reasons. For passionate cooks, parsley is ideal for seasoning dishes. With the choice of the right location, the culinary herb with the scientific name Petroselinum crispum unfolds its full potential.

Partially shaded location

The kitchen herb loves both sun and shade. A partially shaded location is ideal for the parsley. Do not place the bucket in direct sunlight. In summary, the following site conditions are optimal:

  • semi-shady
  • sheltered from the wind
  • wet ground
  • humus rich soil

Parsley in the pot

Numerous supermarkets offer the herb in ready-made pots. Transplanting should be done immediately after purchase. The plant is usually strongly rooted, so transplanting it into a large bucket shouldn’t wait long. With a suitable substrate and the seeds, you can sow and plant the Petroselinum crispum independently.

herb in the garden

For successful planting in the garden, the soil should have the ideal conditions. Soils with the following characteristics are a good location for outdoor parsley:

  • rich in humus
  • sandy structure
  • relatively permeable
  • pH between 6.5 and 7.5 points

In order to optimize the local conditions, the bed can be prepared in the previous autumn. Compost and organic fertilizer are ideal for ensuring the nutrient supply of the parsley over the long term.

Petroselinum crispum in the greenhouse

Parsley also grows and thrives in the greenhouse. The location is suitable if a winter harvest is desired. Sowing can be done from spring to autumn. The soil should meet the same conditions in the greenhouse.

Suitable plant environment

When planting the herb parsley, a member of the umbelliferae family, the environment matters. Fennel, radishes , cucumber, chives and the like are suitable plants for the area.

Note: Parsley is not very self-tolerated. A change of location is required after four years at the latest.

Tips for sowing

When sowing the seeds, you should bring them 1-2 centimeters deep into the ground. A distance of 20-30 centimeters between the individual rows is recommended. The culinary herb Petroselinum crispum thrives in a moist environment. In the first few weeks after sowing, you should make sure that the soil is moist.

Germination of the kitchen herb

Parsley germinates best at higher temperatures. In our home regions, it is advisable to first germinate the plant inside the house. Planting outdoors is then possible.

frequently asked Questions

With a winter hardiness of -29 degrees Celsius, parsley survives the cold seasons without any problems. Hot temperatures do not harm the herb either. Direct sunlight is not conducive to plant growth. A change of location depending on the seasons is not necessary.

For indoor plants, sowing in late summer is recommended. Sow parsley outdoors in mid-March to be able to harvest the herb from summer to autumn. With a greenhouse you remain flexible and can bring in substrate and seeds from spring to autumn.

Kira Bellingham

I'm a homes writer and editor with more than 20 years' experience in publishing. I have worked across many titles, including Ideal Home and, of course, Homes & Gardens. My day job is as Chief Group Sub Editor across the homes and interiors titles in the group. This has given me broad experience in interiors advice on just about every subject. I'm obsessed with interiors and delighted to be part of the Homes & Gardens team.

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