Parsley   is one of the  most appreciated aromatic herbs  used in Mediterranean cuisine and in many other cuisines. It is a plant with a large number of  beneficial properties  for the body and, in addition, it is  very easy to grow,  which is why it is considered an ideal crop for beginners.

If you want to learn how to  plant parsley  at home and  multiply it infinitely without spending a euro,   read this article.

Parsley, the best tricks to keep it strong and healthy

When we plant parsley, we can choose two options, it is possible  to obtain a plant from seeds or cuttings.  The latter is the  fastest and most comfortable method.   Keep in mind that the seeds can  take up to 20 days to germinate.

In any case,  parsley  can generally be planted   from February to September  . Naturally, these dates depend a lot on the specific climate of our region, and in slightly cold areas it is better to wait another month or two before transplanting the parsley outdoors.

Parsley, how to multiply it infinitely without spending a euro

If you plant   parsley cuttings   both indoors and outdoors,  you will save all the  initial germination and growth time of the plant, saving you about a month of work.

1. It is necessary  to properly move and move the soil  , as well as  enrich it with a good amount of humus or compost.
2. Leave a  distance of about 20cm between each plant  if you plant more than one in each large pot or if you plant in the ground.   Place the rooted cutting in the center  and  cover its base with potting soil  so it holds well.
3. After  transplanting the cutting,  water the plants abundantly  and frequently to maintain a certain level of moisture in the soil.
4. Outdoors, a contribution of mulch will be especially recommended to improve moisture retention and prevent the appearance of weeds.

Parsley, how to multiply it from seeds

To   plant parsley  , the first thing we will need will,   of course, be parsley seeds  . We can get the seeds from someone we know, collect them ourselves, or, the safest and most reliable option,  get certified seeds from a professional source  , such as a garden store. The latter will guarantee that they are disease-free seeds, which is why it is the most recommended. If we plan to keep the  parsley in a pot indoors, it will not be necessary to prepare a seedbed,  while, if we later want to transplant it to the garden, we will sow it in a seedbed.

1. Prepare the substrate:  Parsley needs its  soil to be rich in nutrients, moist  and, at the same time,  offer adequate drainage.  We can easily achieve this with the mixture that we usually recommend for seedlings and pots:  one part peat, one part worm castings and one part coconut fiber  . In this way we will create a very light and nutritious mixture with excellent drainage, to which  we will later add a little perlite and vermiculite   to give  greater support and drainage to the plant.
2. Soak seeds:   Before planting seeds,  soak them for 24 hours to promote germination.
3. Fill the pot and scatter the seeds:   then fill your pot or seedbed almost to the top with substrate and  scatter the parsley seeds over the surface of the seedbed, about 2 cm apart  . After placing them all, add  another 2 cm of substrate  on top of them and apply light pressure with your hand.
4. Spray water:  finally  , add water to moisten the substrate  and keep it moist, but always  without flooding  until the seeds germinate,  with about three daily waterings  . If you want to further improve moisture retention, you can cover the substrate with mulch.

Parsley in a pot, do this and you will have it lush and strong

This plant is very hardy and doesn’t need much care, but there are a few things worth keeping in mind regarding  caring for potted parsley  :

• Light:   Parsley  does not need large amounts of sunlight.   In fact, with about  3 hours of light a day,  it has enough to develop perfectly.
• Soil:   as we have already mentioned, the plant needs  a lot of humidity  , so the substrate must be very light and offer good drainage. In addition, it should be  enriched with worm castings or   compost  . Filling is also a good idea.
• Irrigation:   very frequent, especially in the summer months. Parsley  may need up to 2 or 3 waterings a day  , always without flooding, to keep the substrate moist but without excess water.

Parsley, how to collect it to accelerate its growth

If you don’t know   when to cut and harvest your parsley  , follow these simple instructions:

• When the plant  is about three months old,  you can start  trimming the outer stems and using them for cooking  . By doing so,  you will stimulate the growth of the central shoots,  which will accelerate their growth and encourage the plant to put forth new shoots.
• If you see the flower stem appear   , you have two options:  harvest the entire plant  or  let it produce seeds  to have material for a new planting later.