Grande is a dark green parsley which produces very large, flat heavy leaves and excellent flavour.
Suited for year-round use however, it will bolt the same as Italian Plainleaf from mid-late
autumn sowings. Grande is a good Continental or Italian Plainleaf parsley type. Dark-green, flat leaves with strong stems. For highest yields, provide ample water and fertility. Avg. 15,000 seeds/30grams.
SOWING: Transplant (recommended): Sow in 2.5 cell containers. Seeds take at least 3 weeks to germinate.
Direct seed: Sow in spring after the danger of frost has passed, about 6-12mm deep, 3 seeds per inch in single rows or 5-7.5cm wide bands 30-45cm apart. Thin plants to 25-30cm apart.
DISEASES: Prevent disease with crop rotation and good sanitation.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Grows well in moist, fertile soil. If planted in a well-drained location, it can normally be wintered over to produce a crop early the following spring. Mulch where temperatures go below -18C).
Water during dry spells and side-dress with compost or a balanced fertilizer once or twice during the growing period, if necessary.
PLANT HEIGHT: Varies.
PLANT SPACING: 25-30cm.
HARDINESS ZONES: Biennial.
HARVEST: Clip leaves when needed. To maintain the crispness and appearance of freshly harvested parsley, store at temperatures of 02.2C at 95% relative humidity. Parsley can be used either fresh or dried. To dry, wash clipped leaves and spread out shallowly on screens in a warm, airy place. When thoroughly dry, rub and store in jars.
PELLETED SEED: If using pelleted seed, we recommend consistent soil moisture during the germination period. Pelleted seed must be kept cool and dry prior to planting, and should be used within one year of purchase.
