Curly parsley Frisado

Botanically and in terms of cultivation, parsley behaves as a biennial plant. In the first year after planting, it forms only a lush basal rosette of curly leaves, which you can harvest continuously. During the second year, it will begin to bloom in June and July, subsequently produce seeds, and then its life cycle will gradually come to an end. Throughout these two years, however, it will provide you with a huge harvest.

You don't need to worry about frosts at all; this plant is extremely cold-hardy. It can withstand deep temperature drops falling as low as -23 degrees Celsius. Furthermore, it has a beautiful winter effect, meaning its dark green leaves will decorate your garden bed even in the winter months, and you can often harvest them without any issues even from under a snow cover.

The aromatic green leaves themselves, which you harvest for the kitchen, are completely edible, rich in vitamins, and perfectly safe for both humans and pets in normal quantities. A little caution is only necessary with the seeds, which form in the second year after flowering. These contain a very high concentration of essential oils, which can be toxic to smaller animals if consumed in large quantities.

Yes, parsley blooms during its second year in the garden. Its flowers appear in June and July and are pure white in color. This flower is a huge magnet and literally a feast for pollinators, so your garden will beautifully come alive with bees and other beneficial insects while the parsley is in bloom.

Parsley thrives best in a sunny location, but it also tolerates partial shade very well. The soil should ideally be humus-rich, loamy, and well-draining, with a generous supply of nutrients. However, it is important not to plant the seedling in places where parsley has been grown in the past to avoid soil fatigue and stunted growth.

Curled parsley gets along excellently in the garden bed with other edible perennials and many common vegetables. It traditionally thrives in the vicinity of radishes. Its combination with roses is also very popular, as many gardeners have found that the presence of aromatic parsley helps to enhance the fragrance of blooming roses.

Paradoxically, regular harvesting is the best way to encourage the growth of new, fresh shoots. Always cut or trim the leaves gradually, preferably starting from the outside of the leaf rosette moving inwards. Be very careful not to cut the plant too low, as you could damage its heart, from which new leaves sprout, and the plant would not be able to regenerate.

We strongly advise against propagating curled parsley by dividing its clumps. The plant forms a long, strong taproot, which risks serious and irreversible damage if you attempt to divide it mechanically. The seedling you receive from us has a perfectly developed root system for transplanting as one compact unit, which is exactly how it will thrive best in its new location.

Yellowing leaves are usually a warning sign of one of two problems: either overwatering or a lack of nutrients. First, check if the seedling is sitting in muddy water, which would suffocate the root system. If the watering is correct, it is likely lacking nitrogen or magnesium. In that case, we recommend slightly fertilizing the plant with a quality organic fertilizer or compost.

We have great news for you! This mature seedling will arrive completely healthy and free of any pests. The 'Frisado' variety is generally highly resistant and robust. It does not typically suffer from fungal diseases and is even avoided by most garden pests, so its curly leaves retain their perfect appearance without the need for chemical sprays.

You will receive a strong, healthy, and already established seedling in a pot. This saves you all the work of germinating; you simply need to transplant the seedling into your chosen spot in a flower bed or container. Growing this variety is very easy, and even complete beginners will have no problems with it.

Its excellent taste and aroma stand out in soups, salads, or on boiled potatoes. However, the dense, bright green curly leaves of the 'Frisado' variety are also highly aesthetic. Experienced florists love to cut them and use them as a highly original green filler and accessory for tied summer bouquets.