Parsley

Petroselinum crispum · Annual

Parsley is grown as an annual, that matures to about 10–12 in × 10–12 in. It does best in full sun and part shade with medium water needs in well-drained and moist soil. Expect yellow and green blooms in summer. It attracts butterflies and grows happily in containers.

USDA zones: 2-11
Sun: Full sun, Part shade
Water: Medium
Mature size: 10–12 in × 10–12 in
Growth rate: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Soil: Well-drained, Moist
Bloom color: Yellow, Green
Bloom season: Summer
Attracts: Butterflies
Toxic to: People
Native to: Greece to Slovenia, Morocco

Will it survive your winters?

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