Giant of Italy Parsley, is a larger version of Italian Flat Leaf parsley, is a popular herb known for its large, flat leaves and robust flavor. It is a favorite among chefs and home cooks for its versatility in the kitchen, often used in sauces, salads, and as a garnish. This variety is known for its strong, upright stems and ability to regrow leaves after cutting.
Seed Count: .54mg approx. 300+ seeds
Hardiness Zone: Biennial, usually grown as annual in zones 3-9
Maturity: 70-80 days
Germination: 14-28 days
Seeding Depth: 0.25 inches
Plant Spacing: 6-8 inches
Row Spacing: 10-12 inches
Plant Height: 12-14 inches
Growth Habit: Upright
Soil Preference: Well-drained loam.
Full Sun/Partial Shade
Direct Sowing is okay, as well as starting indoors 6-8 weeks before time to transplant
- Flavor:
- Giant Italian flat leaf parsley has a richer, more robust flavor compared to curly parsley. It is often described as having a deep, almost savory herbaceous complexity.
- Appearance:
- It has large, flat, dark green leaves and strong, upright stems.
- Culinary Uses:
- It is a versatile herb used in various dishes, including sauces, salads, and as a garnish. It is also used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.
- Growing:
- Italian Giant parsley is relatively easy to grow, thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. It is also known to be frost-tolerant.
- Other names:
- It is also known as Italian Giant parsley, Giant of Italy parsley, and Giant of Italy Flat Leaf parsley.
