Parsley Herb Seeds Packet

$2.35

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Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is a versatile, biennial herb widely cultivated for its culinary, medicinal, and ornamental value. With its bright green, curly, or flat leaves, parsley adds both flavor and nutrition to a wide variety of dishes. Parsley is a low-maintenance, flavorful herb that is easy to grow from seeds with the right care. Although germination can be slow, soaking seeds and maintaining even moisture can improve success rates. With its culinary versatility, medicinal benefits, and ornamental value, parsley is a must-have for any home garden. With proper planting, watering, and harvesting techniques, you can enjoy fresh parsley year-round.

SKU: SEPARS
Barcode: 843458160571

Product Detail

Order in multiples of: 12

  • Year Designed: 2024
Quick Seed Overview
  • Plant Type: Biennial
  • Genus: Petroselinum
  • Plant Height/Width: 10–18 inches tall, 9–12 inches wide
  • Season: Grown in spring, summer, and fall (can tolerate mild winters)
  • Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Difficulty: Easy

Why Shido Seeds Are the Best

Our flower and vegetable seeds are beautifully packaged little packets of magic. Guaranteed to turn your garden into the envy of the neighborhood. Get your hands dirty and let nature simply do its thing.

How to Plant Parsley from Seed

When to Plant Seeds

  • Indoors: Start seeds 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
  • Outdoors: Direct sow seeds 2-4 weeks before the last frost in spring or in early fall for a late harvest.

Preparing the Planting Site

  1. Choose a sunny or partially shaded location.
  2. Loosen the soil and mix in organic compost.
  3. Ensure the site has good drainage.

Seed Pre-Soaking

(To Speed Up Germination)

  • Soak parsley seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.
  • This softens the hard seed coat and improves germination rates.

Sowing Seeds

  1. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in rows spaced 6-8 inches apart.
  2. Water gently but thoroughly.
  3. Germination takes 2-4 weeks, so be patient.
  4. Thin seedlings to 6-10 inches apart once they develop two true leaves.

Pro Tip

Parsley has deep roots, so keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained for the best growth. Soaking the seeds overnight before planting speeds up germination.

Bonus: Harvest the outer stems first, and it will keep producing all season long!

Getting to know your Parsley

Parsley is a biennial herb grown as an annual for its curly or flat leaves. It thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. The plant reaches 12-18 inches tall and takes 70-90 days to mature. Parsley is widely used in culinary dishes and is rich in vitamins A and C. Regular harvesting encourages continuous growth.

What it's used for

1. Culinary Uses:

  • Used fresh or dried in soups, stews, salads, and sauces.
  • A key ingredient in dishes like tabbouleh, chimichurri, and herb butters.
  • Enhances flavor without overpowering other ingredients.

2. Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:

  • Rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and antioxidants.
  • Traditionally used to support digestive health and reduce inflammation.

3. Ornamental & Companion Planting:

  • Makes an attractive border plant in herb gardens.
  • Helps deter pests like carrot flies when grown near carrots and tomatoes.
Growth Requirements

Light:

  • Prefers full sun to partial shade.
  • Requires at least 6 hours of sunlight daily for optimal growth.

Soil:

  • Thrives in well-drained, rich, loamy soil.
  • Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0.

Watering:

  • Requires consistent moisture but does not tolerate soggy soil.
  • Water deeply once or twice a week during dry spells.

Temperature & Climate:

  • Grows best in cool to mild temperatures (50-75°F or 10-24°C).
  • Can tolerate light frost, making it suitable for early spring and fall planting.

Fertilization:

  • Apply a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) every 4-6 weeks.
  • Organic compost can be added for additional nutrients.
Maintenance

Watering:

  • Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Use mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Mulching:

  • Apply a light layer of mulch around plants to maintain soil moisture.

Pruning & Harvesting:

  • Begin harvesting outer leaves once plants reach 6 inches tall.
  • Regular harvesting encourages bushy growth.
  • Avoid cutting more than one-third of the plant at a time.

4. Fertilization:

  • Feed parsley every 4-6 weeks with a diluted liquid fertilizer.
  • Avoid over-fertilizing, which can lead to excessive foliage growth with less flavor.
Pests and Diseases

Pests:

  • Aphids – Can be controlled with neem oil or insecticidal soap.
  • Caterpillars (Black Swallowtail Larvae) – Handpick or relocate if necessary.

Diseases:

  • Powdery Mildew – Prevent by ensuring good air circulation.
  • Leaf Spot – Avoid overhead watering; remove infected leaves.

Growing Together with Shido

At Shido, everything we do starts with one goal: helping you have a truly successful growing experience. We know that planting seeds is just the beginning — your time, energy, and love for gardening are the real magic. That’s why we make sure the seeds you plant are fresh, full of life, and top-quality. When you choose Shido, you’re planting with confidence. We guarantee it.

Our mission is simple: bring you exceptional varieties of high-quality seeds at prices you’ll love, share detailed sowing and growing tips so you can thrive as a home gardener, and deliver the best customer service in the industry — with a smile.

Our Seed Safety Promise

We do not sell genetically modified seeds — ever. And we don’t use genetic engineering to breed new varieties. Instead, our skilled breeders use traditional, natural crossing methods to create hybrid seeds that are healthy, safe, and packed with potential.

Our Seed Quality Guarantee

At Shido, we believe great gardens start with great seeds — and that means quality comes first. Every seed lot we offer is ensure to generate top-notch germination because your garden deserves nothing less.

To keep our seeds at their peak, we run thorough pathology tests at trusted outside labs. When you open a Shido seed packet, you can trust it’s been nurtured, tested, and approved to give you strong, healthy plants from the very first sprout.

Types of Seeds We Offer

Hybrid Seeds (F1)

F1 hybrid seeds are the garden’s high achievers — created by crossing two specially chosen parent plants for superior vigor, uniformity, and performance. We use only traditional breeding methods to produce these powerhouse seeds.

Open-Pollinated & Heirloom Seeds

Our open-pollinated (OP) seeds naturally reproduce through wind, insects, water, or self-pollination. When grown in isolation, they produce true-to-type plants year after year.

Among our OP seeds are treasured heirloom varieties — old favorites that have been carefully passed down for generations. While OP plants can be less uniform than hybrids, we run our Open-Pollinated Project to select the most reliable, flavorful, and beautiful strains. Many are also available as certified organic seeds.

Non-GMO: What It Means and Why It Matters

GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) is created when scientists alter a plant’s DNA in a lab — often by inserting genes from completely unrelated species — to achieve certain traits, like pest resistance or herbicide tolerance. This is a far cry from natural plant breeding.

At Shido, we believe gardening should stay as close to nature as possible. All our seeds — whether hybrid, heirloom, organic, or open-pollinated — are Non-GMO. They’re bred using traditional methods that respect natural biodiversity, giving you safe, wholesome seeds that grow into plants just as nature intended.

When you plant Shido Non-GMO seeds, you’re choosing purity, sustainability, and peace of mind — along with a garden full of flavor, color, and beauty.

Vacuum-Sealed for Freshness — Good for 10 Years

Every Shido seed packet isvacuum-sealedto lock in freshness and protect your seeds from moisture, air, and pests. This careful packaging not only preserves their quality but also extends their shelf life dramatically. Stored properly in a cool, dry place, our seeds remain viable for up to10 years— so you can plant them now, next season, or even years down the road. Whether you’re planning a garden this spring or building a long-term seed stash, Shido seeds are ready when you are

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