Frilly, flavorful, and garden-fresh!
Moss Curled Parsley is a compact, decorative herb with tightly curled leaves that look as good as they taste. With a mild, grassy flavor and bright green color, it’s perfect for borders, containers, and garnishes. Whether you’re growing it for its ornamental charm or culinary versatility, this parsley is a delightful addition to any garden.
Variety: Moss Curled Parsley (Petroselinum crispum)
Growth Habit: Biennial (grown as annual)
Height: 8–12 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, grassy, and slightly sweet
Color: Bright green, finely curled leaves
Planting Conditions: Full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: Leaves in 70–80 days
Uses: Great for garnishes, edible borders, and microgreens
Fun Fact: Moss Curled Parsley is often used in edible landscaping for its lush, decorative foliage.
This parsley is a garden multitasker, its frilly leaves make it a standout in borders and containers, while its mild flavor adds a fresh finish to soups, salads, and sauces. It’s also a charming microgreen, bringing texture and color to your culinary creations. Whether you’re plating a fancy dish or just sprucing up your garden path, Moss Curled Parsley delivers.
To Full Size
🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun is best, but it grows well in partial shade too.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Soak seeds overnight, then sow ¼ inch deep in moist soil.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep soil moist but not soggy, especially during germination.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 6–8 inches apart for healthy, bushy plants.
✂️ Harvest: Snip outer leaves as needed, parsley will keep producing all season.
For Microgreens
🪴 Prepare Your Tray: Use a shallow tray with drainage and seed-starting mix.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Scatter evenly across the surface.
💧 Mist and Cover: Mist gently and cover for 2–3 days.
☀️ Light and Watering: Remove cover and place under grow lights. Bottom water daily.
✂️ Harvest: Snip when greens are 2–3 inches tall, usually in 14–21 days.
