Petroselinum crispum 'Mitsuba'
Japanese Parsley
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Japanese Parsley (Petroselinum crispum 'Mitsuba') - Description
Heart-shaped leaves on tender stalks. Harvest at 8-10 in. for the best flavor in soups and salads.
Japanese Parsley (Petroselinum crispum 'Mitsuba') - Blooming
Flowers are produced during the second year followed by fruits.
Japanese Parsley (Petroselinum crispum 'Mitsuba') - Growth
Biennials with thick rootstocks. Parsley needs afternoon shade in the hottest of climates. Can grow up to 3 ft. tall. Grow P. crispum (parsley) as an annuals as the leaves often become coarse during the second year. Hamburg parsely (P. crispum var. tuberosum) is grown as a root vegetable. Petroselinum works well in a herb, vegetable, or flower barden. Makes a nice groudcover.
Japanese Parsley (Petroselinum crispum 'Mitsuba') - Planting
Does best if Parsley is started fresh each year either by nursery transplant or by seed. Soak seeds for 24 hours in water. In climates that have cold winters, place outdoors when threat of frost has passed. In mild winter climates, the seeds can be taken outdoors in fall or early spring. Seeds may take several weeks to germinate so don't be discouraged if you see no sprouts for some time.
Japanese Parsley (Petroselinum crispum 'Mitsuba') - Pest
Prone to leaf spots and stem rots. Well-drained soils can help decrease the stem rot problem. Try to avoid using any foliar insecticides since the leaves are harvested for culinary uses.
Japanese Parsley (Petroselinum crispum 'Mitsuba') - Interesting facts
Petroselinum is native to Mediterranean Europe. There are only 6 known species. P. crispum has been naturalized in temperate regions.
Japanese Parsley (Petroselinum crispum 'Mitsuba') - Soil and irrigation
Provide well-draining soils that are evenly moist.
