Parsley Seeds - Italian Giant
Best flavorful herb for home cooks seeking a continuous garden harvest.
Italian Giant Parsley, a biennial herb prized by chefs for its exceptional flavor, is perfect for your garden. This variety, *Petroselinum crispum*, thrives in full sun and prefers direct sowing or transplanting in early spring or late summer. Germination is slow, so pre-soaking seeds overnight is recommended. Once established, this herb requires minimal maintenance and provides delicious leaves ideal for fresh culinary use. Harvest by trimming near the base, leaving the growing tip intact to ensure continuous regrowth for multiple harvests.
$3.95
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4.7
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Category Rank
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Minimum Seeds per Packet
550
Who it's for
- Kitchen gardeners seeking maximum harvest volume per plant
- Busy cooks wanting a continuous supply of fresh herbs
- Home cooks prioritizing bold, authentic culinary flavor
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners discouraged by long, temperamental sprouting times
- Gardeners unwilling to manage or share with local caterpillars
- Planners looking for a permanent, multi-year herb garden fixture
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
A staple herb that elevates everything from stocks to fresh garnishes.
Germination Patience
Requires pre-soaking and a steady hand during the slow sprouting phase.
Harvest Longevity
Biennial growth cycle ensures a reliable supply across multiple seasons.
Climate Adaptability
Robust frost tolerance allows for an extended harvest window in gardens.
Yield Potential
Generous seed count provides ample volume for continuous culinary production.
Maintenance Ease
Simple trimming techniques keep the plant productive throughout its life cycle.
Key Specs
Minimum Seeds per Packet
550
Packet Weight
2.5g
Planting Season
All
Planting Method
Direct Seed or Transplant
Seed Depth
1/4"
Direct Seed Spacing
2-4"
Soil Temperature
50-85℉
Days to Sprout
12-25
Features
- Highly flavorful parsley preferred by chefs
- Slow germinating seeds benefit from pre-soaking
- Direct seed or transplant in spring or late summer
- Moderately frost-tolerant for extended growing
- Encourages regrowth with proper harvesting
- Ideal for fresh culinary use
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the Italian Giant parsley seeds, focusing primarily on exceptional reliability and superior harvest quality. The germination rate is consistently praised, often surpassing expectations for this slow starting herb. Reviewers trust the Sow True Seed brand due to this dependable performance. The resulting parsley is lauded for vigorous growth, impressive leaf size, and a robust, aromatic flavor profile perfect for cooking. Gardeners view these seeds as a worthwhile investment that yields abundant, high quality herbs. The overall sentiment strongly recommends this variety for its consistent results and excellent culinary output.
Know before you buy
Italian Giant parsley seeds have a naturally slow germination rate. Soaking them in water overnight helps soften the seed coat, which can significantly speed up the sprouting process.
When harvesting, trim the outer stems near the base of the plant. Be sure to leave the central growing tip intact, as this allows the plant to continue producing new leaves for future harvests.
These seeds are well-suited for both containers and garden beds. Just ensure your container is deep enough to accommodate the root system and that the plant receives full sun throughout the day.
As a biennial, this parsley typically grows foliage in its first year and may produce flowers and seeds in its second year. For the best culinary flavor, most gardeners treat it as an annual and replant fresh seeds each season.
This variety is very frost-tolerant, meaning it can handle cooler temperatures better than many other herbs. This makes it an excellent choice for extending your harvest into the late autumn months.
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