10 Tried-And-True Tips For Growing Parsley In Pots

1. Select The Right Pot

Choose a pot for your parsley that has drainage holes and the bottom and is at least 6 inches wide.

2. Use High-Quality Soil

When potted, parsley plants perform best if grown in standard potting soil because it has good drainage and enough nutrients.

3. Start Early Enough

If you’re starting from seeds, I highly recommend sowing them a month and a half before the last expected spring frost date.

4. Follow The Instructions From The Seed Packet

Plant parsley seeds approximately ¼ of an inch deep and ensure a spacing of about 6 inches.

5. Ensure Enough Light

If you want to keep your potted parsley outdoors, you need to find a spot that receives at least 6 hours of bright light daily.

6. Water Regularly

Simply check the soil before irrigating and if the top inch is dry, proceed with watering.

7. Feed Accordingly

Simply check the soil before irrigating and if the top inch is dry, proceed with watering.

8. Inspect For Pests

Outdoor parsley is more susceptible to aphids, cutworms, and leafminers so make sure to inspect regularly.

9. Harvest Your Parsley Often

Start removing the outer leaves when the parsley plant reaches about 6 inches.

10. Plan For The Next Season

You can collect the seeds once your parsley dies back but it’s easier to purchase the seeds the next year and grow this herb as an annual.

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