Extra Triple Curled

Family: Apiaceae Herb

Fragrant, vividly green fronds unfurl with a crisp, springy bite and a tightly curled, lace-like texture that holds its shape beautifully.

Extra Triple Curled delivers a dense, mounded habit and a bold parsley flavor—bright and herbaceous—ideal for finishing and garnishing, as well as for drying or blending into herb mixes. Grow it for its ornamental curl as much as its lively, aromatic presence in the garden and on the table.

Light: Part SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Rosette

Botanical illustration of Extra Triple Curled

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 11th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 6th
Harvest Begins	Aug 15th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Part Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	7

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Extra Triple Curled brings a clean, punchy parsley flavor with fronds that don’t collapse into paste—so it keeps its lacy crunch as a finishing herb. It’s the curl you want when you’re going for that fresh-green lift over hot proteins, oily sauces, and browned edges.

Best Uses

finishing showers on hot dishes where it stays texturally intact
tossing into gremolata-style mixes and herb oils for sharp lift
blending into chimichurri or salsa verde to keep a lively, fresh-green profile
drying or dehydrating for punchy seasoning blends

Flavor Profile

bright, herbaceous parsley bite fragrant green aroma crisp, springy frond texture slight peppery finish

Kitchen Pairings

garlic lemon olive oil butter anchovy chicken

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most common on Petroselinum crispum (extra triple curled parsley), and how do I treat it?

Parsley commonly gets leaf spot (often from fungi like Cercospora) when foliage stays wet in cool, humid conditions. Remove and discard affected leaves, water at the soil level (not over the plant), and increase airflow by thinning so leaves dry faster after rain or irrigation. If spots keep spreading, use a labeled fungicide appropriate for edible herbs and follow label timing, especially before cutting more foliage.

How often should I water Petroselinum crispum during the main growing phase (after it’s established)?

During active growth, keep the top 1–2 inches of soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; aim for light, regular watering rather than soaking. In warm weather, this often means watering about 1–2 times per week depending on rainfall and container/bed drainage, then adjusting to prevent crusting or wilting. Make sure water drains freely because soggy soil increases the risk of root and crown issues.

How can I tell when extra triple curled parsley is ready to harvest?

Start harvesting once plants have multiple well-developed leaf clusters and reach about 8–10 inches tall, typically around 70 days from sowing. Pick outer stems first by cutting near the base, leaving the inner growth to keep the plant producing. For best flavor, harvest in the morning and avoid cutting more than about one-third of the foliage at a time.