Parsley is a vegetable that we reach for most often when cooking soups or preparing healthy cocktails and salads. Both the root and parsley have not only a characteristic taste, but also a lot of valuable ingredients. In 100 g of the green part, we find almost three times more vitamin C than in citrus. In addition, it contains a lot of beta-carotene, and at the same time has few calories and a low glycemic index. In turn, the root is a source of flavonoids, i.e. valuable antioxidants. How to plant it in the garden to enjoy healthy and tasty crops?
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Until when can you sow parsley? Do it ASAP
The best term for sowing root parsley to the ground is March and April. However, this does not mean that it is not worth taking up this task later. It should only be borne in mind that from May and June sowings smaller roots typically develop. So if you want tasty and healthy parsley to appear in yours, it is still possible. Where and how to sow it?
How to sow and care for parsley so that it grows beautifully? Do not forget about watering
Seed parsley is best sown at a depth of 1.5 to 2 cm and in rows spaced 30 cm apart. Immediately after sowing, it should be watered abundantly. It grows best in a light, permeable and fertile soil, in a well-sunlit place where we grew cucurbits, cabbage, cucumbers or beans in the previous season. It is important that the soil is constantly moist, so it is worth sprinkling it even daily and watering it regularly. Otherwise, the lack of water may inhibit its growth or lead to distortion of the roots. If everything is fine, it will start sprouting after about a month. Remember to weed it regularly.
What to plant with parsley? Beware of these vegetables
If you want to naturally protect parsley from pests, plant garlic, tomato and peppers next to it, or flowers such as marigolds, nasturtium, chamomile or marigolds. In turn, asparagus will stimulate it to grow faster, and beans and peas will enrich the soil with nitrogen necessary for its development. If possible, avoid leeks, potatoes and lettuce in their close proximity, as they are attacked by the same pests.
Source: Gazeta
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