Triple Moss Curled Parsley

Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost in seed trays or small pots. Maintain soil temperature between 50 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit for germination, which typically takes 14 to 21 days. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of heavy frost has passed and plants have developed true leaves.

Transplant hardened-off seedlings outdoors after the last frost date in your area. Space plants 8 inches apart, with rows 12 inches apart. Parsley tolerates cooler spring soil and can handle light frost, so transplanting can begin earlier than many tender herbs. Water gently after transplanting to settle soil around roots.

Direct sow seeds in spring after the last frost date or in late summer for a fall crop. Sow seeds directly into garden soil or container mix, keeping the area consistently moist until seedlings emerge. Thin seedlings to 8 inches apart once they develop true leaves.

Begin harvesting Triple Moss Curled Parsley once plants are well-established, typically 70 to 79 days after sowing. Pinch or cut the outer stems and leaves first, working toward the center of the plant. Harvest in the morning after dew has dried for the best flavor and texture. Continuous harvesting of outer growth encourages the plant to remain productive and bushy throughout the season. The plant's frost tolerance means you can continue harvesting light frosts in fall and early winter in many regions.

Pinch or harvest outer stems regularly to encourage bushier, more compact growth and to prevent flowering. Remove any yellowed or damaged outer leaves to maintain plant vigor and appearance.