Italian Flat Leaf
Parsley · Flat Leaf
Heirloom
Petroselinum crispum
★ 3.01 review · 5 sources
Apiaceae (Carrot family) · Genus: Petroselinum
Characteristics
Color
Green
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Biennial
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun, Tolerates Partial Sun
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Moisture
Keep Moist
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Origin
Italy
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Germination
21–28 days
at 40–90 °F
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Days to Maturity
75–85 days
Plant Height
1–1.5 ft
Mature Spread
1–1.25 ft
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
6-8 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
0-2 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
8-10 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.25 in
Seed Spacing
10 in
Row Spacing
10 in
Thin To
10 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
50–85 °F
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Soil Temp
40–90 °F
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Air Temp
28 °F
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Marcus from SeedrateZone 6a
★★★☆☆August 26, 2026