Curly Parsley Mooskrause [Petroselinum crispum]

The biennial curly parsley 'Mooskrause' is a world-renowned and versatile spice and medicinal herb with a naturally strong aroma. In ancient times, it was considered a sacred plant, a plant species for every home garden. Ideal for direct sowing, pot cultivation possible, sowing spring-autumn-winter, good for mixed culture, harvesting of the leaves.

 Description 
Curly parsley 'Mooskrause' is a biennial herb and medicinal plant native to the eastern Mediterranean. The species was considered a sacred plant in ancient Greece and mentioned in the Odyssey as an ornament of the island of the nymph Calypso. This well-known and versatile culinary herb forms numerous, wavy, dark-green leaves and has the typical, strong parsley aroma. It is a versatile culinary herb known worldwide. Unlike flat-leaf parsley, the curly variety grows more luxuriantly in moderate, not too hot temperatures.

 General information 
Plant family: Apiaceae
Life cycle: Biennial
Days to harvest: 90 days
Plant height approx.: 60 cm
Root type: Shallow rooter
Nutrient requirements: Medium
Water requirements: Medium
Winter hardiness: Up to -12°C
Location: Sunny until semi shady
Soil: Permeable, humus-rich loamy soil

pH value: 6 to 7

 Sowing and planting information 
Germination type: Dark germinator
Sowing depth: 1 cm
Optimal germination temperature: 13-18 °C
Germination time: 7-28 days
Plant and row spacing: 15x30 cm

Germination ability of seeds: 2-3 years

 Mixed culture 
Optimal mixed culture: Kale, Cucumber, Garlic, Leek, Radish, Horseradish, Marigold, Tomato, Onion
Unfavorable mixed culture: Dill, Carrot, Lettuce, Parsnip, Parsley root, Celery

 Sowing by climate zone 
Subtropic climate (Mediterranean) (e. g. B. Portugal, Spain, Italy)
We recommend direct sowing from January to April or in autumn from September to December. The ideal location for the plants is partial shade.
Moderate climate (e. g. B. Germany, Switzerland, Poland)
Direct sowing from March to August is recommended. The plants should ideally be planted in a sunny location.

 General recommendations 
The seeds need at least +7°C to germinate. Direct sowing is recommended. After germination, thin out the plants to the specified plant spacing.
Parsley 'Mooskrause' prefers a permeable, nutrient-rich, moist and humus-rich loamy soil. Doesn't tolerate waterlogging.

 Additional tips 
In order to quickly obtain a fine, crumbly and permeable soil with good nutrient and water storage capacity, additional incorporation of biochar and primary rock flour is recommended.

 Type of propagation 
Propagation occurs via seeds.

 Plant care 
Loosened, nutrient-rich soil is sufficient. No fertilization necessary.

 Other names 
Botanical names: Petroselinum crispum
English names: Curly parsley
German names: Krause Petersilie
Portuguese names: Salsa encaracolado
Spanish names: Perejil rizado, Perejil ondulado
French names: Persil frisé, Persil bouclés

 Origin 
Country: Germany