CARE
Be sure to water the seeds often while they germinate so that they don’t dry out.
Throughout the summer, be sure to water the plants evenly.
PESTS/DISEASES
Stem rot
Leaf spots
Black swallowtail larvae
Carrot fly and celery fly larvae
HARVEST/STORAGE
When the leaf stems have three segments, parsley is ready to be harvested.
Cut leaves from the outer portions of the plant whenever you need them. Leave the inner portions of the plant to mature.
One method of storing the parsley fresh is to put the leaf stalks in water and keep them in the refrigerator.
Another method of storage is drying the parsley. Cut the parsley at the base and hang it in a well-ventilated, shady, and warm place. Once it’s completely dry, crumble it up and store it in an airtight container.
If you want fresh parsley throughout the winter, replant a parsley plant in a pot and keep it in a sunny window.
Source: Almanac.com
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