|
Annuals | Perennials | Vegetables | Herbs | Home
Parsley : Plain Leaved
1 packet (1000 seeds) @ $1.95
Catalog Code: 850
Parsley : Plain Leaved
Hardy Perennial Herb
- Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8
- Height: 24 inches
- Germination: Experience Useful
- Aftercare: Care and Understanding
Description
(Sheeps or French Parsley) The true variety, absolutely unsurpassed for flavour.
Companion Plant: Said to improve the health and vigour of roses and tomatoes when grown next to them.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | spring to mid summer. |
|---|
| Sowing depth: | 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. |
|---|
Grow in ordinary soil in sun or part shade, but for best results prefers a rich moist soil.
Soak seeds overnight before sowing.
Sow outdoors.
Growing Instructions
Thin out to 23cm (9in) apart.
To harvest, pick over all the plants regularly to encourage fresh growth.
Kitchen Notes
Reckoned to have the best flavour. Goes well with many dishes either fish or as a sauce, butter or jelly. Recommended for anaemia, difficult periods and jaundice. Abounds in Vitamin A and is a rich source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin Avoid medicinal use during pregnancy. Steep 1 tablespoonful of leaves and 1 cup of water for 20 minutes.
|
|
 |
|
|
