The answer to the question, “Is parsley a perennial?”
Parsley is an easy-to-grow herb that can be cultivated in outdoor herb gardens oron a sunny kitchen windowsill.
Or does it need to be replanted every spring?"
Credit:Dean Schoeppner
Dean Schoeppner
Is Parsley a Perennial or Annual?
So, is parsley aperennial or annual plant?
The answer is neither.
First-yearparsley is typically harvested little by littlefrom summer through fall by snipping parsley stems off at the soil line.
This gradual harvest rejuvenates the plants growth and provides just the right amount of fresh parsley for cooking.
As the season progresses, parsley flowers eventually die back, leaving behind lots of seeds.
Overseed second-year parsley in spring with fresh parsley seeds and wait for the new parsley seeds to sprout.
In colder areas, parsley leaves usually die back when a hard frost hits.
However, cold-weather gardeners can continue to grow parsley through the winter by keeping indoor parsley plants.
However, the flavor of parsley leaves degrades quickly once the plant flowers.
Parsley is easy to grow indoors as long as the plant receives lots of bright, direct light.
Water indoor parsley regularly.
The plants may benefit from extra humidity, especially in winter when indoor air is dry.
No, parsley needs enough room to make it grow properly.
Space these plants at least 8-10 inches apart in your garden for the best results.
Avoid planting parsley beside garlic, shallots, or onions because they can stunt the parsley’s growth.
You should also avoid planting it near lettuce because parsley can negatively impactitsgrowth.
