Parsley
Curly parsley
Curly parsley: Sowing, planting and harvest calendar
Curly parsley is a form of Petroselinum crispum, an aromatic herb in the carrot family. It is recognisable by the many folds in its leaves, which give the foliage a curled, rounded appearance. It belongs to the same species as flat leaf parsley, but their outlines differ clearly. Several varieties have this curly characteristic, with differences in the shade of green, leaf size and density of the clump.The foliage combines small wavy surfaces that catch the light and create visible relief, even in a simple presentation of a few leaves. This texture explains its popularity as a garnish without restricting its use to decoration. Curly parsley also has the herbal fragrance characteristic of parsley. Depending on the variety, its aroma can be milder than that of flat forms, but it remains a genuine aromatic ingredient in fresh or cooked preparations. Its appearance and flavour both contribute to its usefulness in…
