Petroselinum crispum neapolitanum - P13

Description
The Flat-leaved parsley 'Gigante d´Italia' (Petroselinum crispum) is a herb plant with an aromatic, spicy flavour. For optimum growth, Flat-leaved parsley 'Gigante d´Italia' requires a sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Petroselinum sativum, Petroselinum hortense, Petroselinum crispum 'Gigante di Napoli', Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic, spicy flavour * Suitable for growing in pots

leaves
Suitable for consumption. The dark green leaves have an aromatic, spicy flavour.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Sowing
Sow outdoors from March to August.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Sowing outdoors: In the period from March to August - Harvest: In the period from May to October.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the herb flavour! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Tubs, cottage garden, fresh consumption, cooking, sauce/dip