Parsley Seeds

Plant some parsley for making great tasting dishes

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Growing Parsley Seeds

Parsley, a versatile herb known for its vibrant green foliage and fresh, slightly peppery flavor, is a staple in many culinary dishes worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, growing your own parsley can be a rewarding experience.

Flat-Leaf Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum)

Flat-leaf parsley, or Italian parsley, is a popular choice among chefs and home cooks. With its flat, serrated leaves and robust flavor, it adds depth to a wide range of dishes. This variety is often preferred for its stronger taste than curly-leaf parsley. It's commonly used in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and European cuisines.

Curly-Leaf Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. crispum)

Curly-leaf parsley is another well-known variety characterized by its tightly curled, vibrant green leaves. While it shares the same botanical name as flat-leaf parsley, its appearance and flavor are distinct. This type of parsley is often used as a garnish, bringing an attractive and decorative element to your dishes. Its mild, slightly peppery taste makes it a versatile addition to salads, soups, and more.

Triple-Curled Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. crispum 'Triple-Curled')

Triple-curled parsley is a delightful variation of curly-leaf parsley known for its exceptionally tight and ornamental curls. This variety adds an elegant touch to your garden and culinary creations. With its mild flavor, it complements a wide range of dishes, from omelets to roasted meats. Its intricate texture makes it a favorite for garnishing and presentation.

Moss-Curled Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. crispum 'Moss-Curled')

Moss-curled parsley boasts deeply curled, emerald-green leaves, creating a striking visual appeal in your garden. Its appearance makes it an attractive choice for both culinary and ornamental purposes. This parsley variety adds a refreshing, slightly tangy flavor to dishes and pairs exceptionally well with potatoes, fish, and poultry.

Hamburg Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. tuberosum)

Hamburg or root parsley offers a unique twist to traditional parsley varieties. Unlike other types primarily grown for their leaves, Hamburg parsley is cultivated for its thick, edible taproot. The roots have a mild, nutty flavor and are often used in soups, stews, and casseroles. The leaves are also flavorful and can be used as a garnish or in culinary creations.

French Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. latifolium)

With its broader and flat leaves, French parsley brings a distinct appearance to your herb garden. It is known for its strong and robust flavor, making it an excellent choice for adding depth to your culinary endeavors. French parsley is particularly favored in French cuisine, where it is used in stocks, sauces, and as a flavorful garnish.

Dark Green Italian Parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum 'Dark Green Italian')

Dark Green Italian parsley is a variation of flat-leaf parsley with deep green foliage. This variety offers a rich and intense flavor, making it a preferred choice for those seeking a stronger parsley taste in their dishes. It's widely used in Italian cooking, particularly in pasta sauces, soups, and risotto.

Choosing the Right Parsley Variety for Your Garden

Parsley is an indispensable herb that adds freshness and flavor to various culinary dishes. With the diverse range of parsley seeds available, you can easily find the perfect variety to suit your gardening preferences and culinary needs. Whether you opt for the mild, curly leaves of the triple-curled parsley or the robust, dark green Italian parsley, growing parsley in your garden can elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Experiment with different parsley varieties to discover your favorite flavors and appearances, and enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your own homegrown herbs.

FAQs: Annie's Perennials

What are perennial plants?

Perennial plants live for more than two growing seasons. If properly cared for, they will return year after year with consistent bloom times to add color and diversity to your garden.

What is the difference between annuals and perennials?

The key difference between annuals and perennials is their lifespan. Annuals live for one growing season, although some of our annual plants do re-seed, thereby prolonging their benefits past a single season. Perennial plants and perennial flowers persist for several years, returning year after year, every growing season. Another difference is that true annuals will bloom throughout the entire season; whereas, perennials may bloom intermittently during or between seasons.

What are the benefits of growing perennials?

Perennial plants and flowers provide lasting beauty and structure to your garden. They have specific seasonal bloom times that remain consistent year after year, ensuring vibrant color for your garden throughout the seasons. Perennials also contribute to biodiversity and help the overall environment. Their deep root systems help prevent soil erosion and retain nutrients, while also sequestering carbon. Planting lots of different perennials with varied bloom times ensures consistent, reliable food sources for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial wildlife.

When should I buy perennials to plant?

The ideal time to plant perennials is spring or early fall. This allows them to establish their root system before extreme weather.

How do I care for perennial plants?

In general, Perennials need watering, occasional fertilization, and deadheading to encourage repeat blooming. The specific care needs can vary by type. At Annie’s Annuals & Perennials, we offer many native and low water, low-maintenance perennials to make planting and caring for them easy. We want to make gardening success attainable for everyone.

Can you plant perennials in pots or containers?

Yes! We have hundreds of perennial plants that work well in containers as well as in garden beds. Just make sure your pot size is adequate for the root system of your particular plant.

Do perennials require full sun?

Some perennials prefer full sun, which typically means at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Other varieties require full or partial shade. At Annie’s Annuals & Perennials, we offer you many options for both shade and sun plants to fit every gardening need.

Do perennials attract pollinators and wildlife?

Yes! Perennials, with their reliable bloom times, are valuable additions to a pollinator-friendly garden. They provide consistent food sources for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other beneficial wildlife. Planting many different perennials with varied bloom times will attract and feed pollinators throughout all of the seasons.

What are some popular perennial flowers?

Some common perennials include <strong>Yarrow</strong> (Achillea millefolium), </strong>African daisies</strong> (Arctotis) </strong>Butterfly Bush</strong> (Buddleja davidii), <strong>Campanula, Dahlia, Delphiniums, Peonies (Paeonia), Roses (Rosa), Irises, and Coneflowers</strong> (Echinacea). At Annie’s Annuals & Perennials, we offer almost hundreds and hundreds of popular perennials – like the ones previously mentioned, along with more unusual and hard-to-find varieties.

At Annie’s Annuals & Perennials, we also offer many more perennials that are quite unusual and hard to find

What are hardy perennials?

Hardy perennials are perennial plants that grow for multiple seasons and can survive very cold weather in their growing zones. For this reason, hardy perennial plants are the perfect plant selection for any garden.

Do perennials come back every year?

Yes, if planted and cared for properly, perennials will return year after year. At Annie’s, we offer hundreds of perennials that are perfect beginner plants– easy to grow and easy to care for - so everyone can garden successfully.

What are different types of perennials?

Flowering Perennials: Are known for vibrant, consistent and long-lasting blooms. Examples include peonies (Paenonia), roses (Rosa), coneflowers (Echinaea), Abutilon, Alstroemeria, african daisy (Arctotis), foxglove (Digitalis pupurea), carnations (dianthus), geraniums, sages (Salvia), Strawflowers (helichrysum bracteatum), hollyhocks and impatiens, among many others.

Foliage Perennials: Are known for their striking, colorful foliage. Hostas, heucheras, and ornamental grasses are some common varieties.

Shade-Loving Perennials: Thrive in low-light or partial shade conditions. Examples include astilbes, ferns, and bleeding hearts (dicentras). Some of our favorite shade perennials at Annie’s are Begonias, Fuchsias, Sedges, Hellebores, Heucheras, and Impatiens.

Sun-loving perennials: Thrive in full sun conditions (meaning full sun for at least 6 hours per day). Some common examples of sun-loving perennials are lavender (Lavandula), sage (Salvia), African daisy (Arctotis), and yarrow (Achillea millefolium). At Annie’s Annuals & Perennials, we offer almost one thousand sun-loving perennials – like the ones previously mentioned along with more unusual and hard-to-find varieties.

Herbaceous Perennials: These are perennial plants that die back to the ground each Fall or Winter, but whose roots remain alive and send up new growth and reemerge in the Spring or Summer. They include a variety of flowers and foliage, like columbines (Aquilegia), delphiniums, foxglove (Digitalis pupurea), and Iris.

Woody Perennials: These are shrubs and small trees that persist for many years, bringing useful structure and seasonal blooms to your garden. Examples include hydrangeas, California lilac (Ceanothus), fuchsias, and butterfly bushes (Buddleja).

Native Perennials: are well-suited to specific regions and often need less maintenance and human intervention. California native plant species might include yarrow (Achillea), California poppies (Eschscholzia californica), milkweed (Asclepias), monkey flowers (Mimulus), and some sages (Salvias), depending on your location. At Annie’s Annuals & Perennials, we offer one of the largest selections of CA native perennials to be found anywhere.

Long-Blooming Perennials: Have extended blooming periods and can include varieties like Alstroemeria, Abutilon (Flowering Maples), African daisies (Actotis), Agastache, coreopsis, yarrow (Achillea), and sages (Salvias).

Drought-Tolerant Perennials: Can withstand periods of dry conditions and need less watering. Examples include lavender (Lavandula), yarrow (Achillea), sedum (stonecrop), Agastache, Aloe, milkweed (Asclepias), and some sages (Salvias).

Deer-resistant Perennials: Have characteristics that make them less appealing to deer. Options include yarrow (Achillea), lambs' ears (Stachys byzantine), Agastache, and some ornamental sages (Salvia).

Perennial Bulbs: Some perennials grow from bulbs, including favorites like tulips, daffodils, freesias, ranunculus, and irises. They return year after year, adding color to your garden each spring.

Climbing Perennials: Perennial vines like clematis and wisteria add vertical interest to your garden, climbing trellises, arbors, and fences.