Gigante Catalogno Parsley Seeds (Petroselinum crispum) Italian heirloom with flat, dark green leaves. Intense flavor and vigorous growth. Excellent for culinary use.

$2.49

Minimum: 50+ Seeds

Bold Italian Flavor, Garden-Fresh and Abundant

Grow like an Italian chef with Gigante Catalogno Parsley (Petroselinum crispum), a robust heirloom variety prized for its flat, dark green leaves and intense, clean flavor. Larger and more vigorous than standard flat-leaf types, this parsley is a garden staple for serious cooks and herb lovers alike.


🌱 Why You’ll Love It:

  • Classic flat-leaf (Italian) parsley with stronger flavor

  • Broad, richly colored leaves perfect for fresh use or drying

  • Fast-growing and highly productive

  • Excellent choice for herb gardens, containers, or raised beds

  • Loved by chefs and ideal for culinary use


🍽️ Perfect For:

  • Finishing soups, pasta, and roasted vegetables

  • Tabbouleh, chimichurri, gremolata, and sauces

  • Garnishes and green juice blends

  • Freezing or drying for year-round use


🌿 Extra Benefits:

  • Biennial grown as an annual in most climates

  • Easy to grow from seed

  • Cold-tolerant and great for cool-season planting

  • Attracts beneficial insects and pollinators


📖 Planting & Growing Info:

  • Botanical Name: Petroselinum crispum

  • Type: Biennial herb (harvested as annual)

  • Height: 12–18 inches

  • Light Needs: Full sun to part shade

  • Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained, rich in organic matter

  • Days to Maturity: 70–80 days

  • Sowing: Direct sow or start indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting

  • Spacing: 6–8 inches apart


🌿 Growing Tips:

  • Soak seeds overnight to improve germination

  • Harvest outer leaves first to keep plants productive

  • Provide regular moisture and feed monthly

  • Can overwinter in mild zones with mulch


Whether you're prepping a classic Italian dish or crafting a vibrant garnish, Gigante Catalogno Parsley delivers full flavor and lush, garden-fresh greenery all season long.