South Pacific Seeds Grande Plainleaf Parsley Seeds 50g – Italian Flat Leaf Parsley

Grande Plainleaf Parsley: Big, Dark Green Leaves With Excellent Flavour

Grande is an Italian plainleaf (flat leaf) parsley from South Pacific Seeds, bred for very large, flat, heavy leaves in a rich dark green. It has excellent flavour and grows taller than curled parsley types, making it easier to harvest in bunches. Suitable for sowing year-round, Grande is a strong Continental or Italian plainleaf type for market gardeners, commercial growers and keen home gardeners. This 50g pack is a grower-size quantity for large plantings or repeated sowings.

Growth Characteristics of Grande Parsley

Grande produces upright, vigorous plants with long stems and broad, flat leaves that carry plenty of weight per bunch. The dark green colour holds well after picking, which suits fresh market bunching as well as kitchen use. Because the plants stand taller than curled parsley, leaves stay cleaner and are quicker to cut. Like other Italian plainleaf types, Grande will bolt (run to seed) from mid to late autumn sowings, so time those sowings with that in mind.

Why Choose Flat Leaf Parsley

Italian flat leaf parsley has a stronger, fresher flavour than curled parsley, which is why chefs prefer it for cooking. It chops easily into sauces, salads, tabbouleh, gremolata, soups and marinades, and it holds its flavour when cooked. A productive variety like Grande gives you steady cutting over many months from the same plants.

From an Established Australian Seed Company

South Pacific Seeds has supplied vegetable and herb seed to Australian growers since 1986. Their varieties are selected for performance in commercial production, giving home and market gardeners access to the same quality seed used by professional growers.

Key Features & Benefits

• Italian plainleaf (flat leaf) parsley variety
• Dark green, very large, flat, heavy leaves
• Excellent flavour for fresh use and cooking
• Taller than curled parsley types, easy to bunch and harvest
• Suitable for year-round sowing
• Grower-size 50g pack for large plantings
• From South Pacific Seeds, supplying Australian growers since 1986

Product Details

• Brand: South Pacific Seeds
• Variety: Grande
• Crop: Parsley
• Type: Italian plainleaf (flat leaf)
• Pack size: 50g
• Sowing: Year-round, noting bolting from mid to late autumn sowings

How to Grow Grande Parsley

Parsley seed is slow to germinate, so soak it in warm water overnight before sowing to speed things up. Sow about 5 to 10mm deep in a sunny or partly shaded spot with rich, well-drained soil, either direct in the garden or in seed trays for transplanting. Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings appear, which can take two to four weeks. Thin or transplant seedlings to about 20 to 30cm apart. Harvest outer stems once plants are well established, cutting close to the base and leaving the centre to keep growing.

Tips for Longer Cropping

Pick regularly, as frequent harvesting encourages fresh new growth. Feed every few weeks with a liquid fertiliser to keep leaves large and dark green. Water consistently, since dry stress can push parsley to bolt early. Make successive sowings every couple of months for a continuous supply, and avoid relying on mid to late autumn sowings for long harvests, as these are more likely to run to seed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the growth characteristics of Grande plainleaf parsley?
Grande produces vigorous, upright plants with dark green, very large, flat and heavy leaves. It grows taller than curled parsley and has excellent flavour.

When can I sow Grande parsley?
It is suitable for year-round sowing. Like other Italian plainleaf types, it will bolt from mid to late autumn sowings.

How long does parsley seed take to germinate?
Parsley is slow to germinate and usually takes two to four weeks. Soaking seed overnight in warm water can help speed it up.

Is flat leaf parsley better than curled parsley?
Flat leaf parsley has a stronger flavour and is preferred for cooking, while curled parsley is often used as a garnish. Grande is a flat leaf type grown for its large leaves and flavour.

Who makes Grande parsley seed?
Grande is a variety from South Pacific Seeds, an Australian seed company supplying growers since 1986.

Where can I buy South Pacific Seeds Grande parsley in Australia?
South Pacific Seeds Grande Plainleaf Parsley 50g is available online from BPG Supplies, with delivery across Australia and local pickup from our Bonnyrigg, NSW store.