Parsley

Description:

Parsley grows well in zones 5-10 planted in full sun to partial shade.

Parsely needs to have moderatly rich soil and well-drained.

Parsley is used in so many recipes that this herb is by far the most popular and you will see it in kitchens everywhere.

You can grow Parsley in the herb garden or on a window sill in a container in your kitchen.

How to Grow Parsley:

You can purchase parsley in seeds and sow outdoors as soon as all danger of frost is gone or start them in containers in your house.

You can also purchase established plants from a greenhouse and transplant them into your garden.  They do tend to transplant poorly, but if you are careful your parsley will thrive.

Be sure to plant seeds in early spring.

For parsley to help them grow soak the seeds overnight in warm water in early spring.

Remove all flower stalks once they start to bloom and prune away all dead leaves.

Plant several parsley plants and allow a few of them to go to flower so that they will attract beneficial insects to your herb garden.

Pest and Disease Prevention:

Be sure to space the plants properly to allow good air circulation and prevent plant diseases.  Parsley can be attacked by Carrot pests.

Medicinal Uses:

• Menstrual problems
• Cystitis
• Anemia
• Anorexia
• Indigestion
• Arthritis
• Used after delivery to help contract the uterus and promote lactation.