{"product_id":"parsley","title":"Parsley","description":"\u003cp\u003eParsley is a staple of herb gardens around the world, treasured for its bright, clean flavour and versatility in the kitchen. A member of the carrot family, it grows into lush clumps of green foliage, ideal for snipping fresh for garnishes, salads, soups, or drying and freezing for later use. This biennial herb is also highly ornamental and can be grown in beds or containers with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"955\" class=\"\"\u003eOnce established, parsley will self-seed reliably if allowed to flower in its second year, making it a low-maintenance perennial presence in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1180\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Parsley?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eBest suited to Zones 3–9, parsley thrives in rich, moist, well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade. A great choice for kitchen gardens, container growing, or mixed herb beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1540\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eNative to the Mediterranean region, parsley has been cultivated for thousands of years. In ancient Greece and Rome, it was used both as a culinary herb and a symbol of victory and rebirth. It remains one of the most widely used herbs worldwide and is also known for its nutritional value, being high in vitamins A, C, and K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1805\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in early spring or autumn for continuous harvest.\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or sow directly in early spring.\u003cbr data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow as a summer annual or overwinter indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1805\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"2209\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Parsley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"2209\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 6mm (¼in) deep, spacing 15–25cm (6–10in) apart. Soak seeds overnight to improve germination.\u003cbr data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist, especially in dry periods.\u003cbr data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip outer leaves regularly once plants are well-established.\u003cbr data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut flowering stalks in second year if you wish to prolong leaf production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2555\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2555\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003eAllow to Bolt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let plants flower and go to seed in their second year.\u003cbr data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect seed heads when dry and tan in colour.\u003cbr data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eDry and Store:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove seeds from flower heads and dry thoroughly before storing.\u003cbr data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003eViability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds remain viable for 2–3 years when kept cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2638\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2636\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811180490994,"sku":"MF-HERB-023","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Parsley.webp?v=1772481887","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/fr\/products\/parsley","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}