🫚 Hamburg Parsley

Sowing window (UK)	March to April
Minimum soil temperature	7°C at seed depth
Sowing depth	1 cm
Spacing	30 cm apart
Days to germination	28 days
Days to harvest	150 days
Sowing method	Direct sow outdoors
Frost hardy	Yes
Sun	full-sun
Watering	moderate
Plant family	Apiaceae

When should I sow Hamburg Parsley in the UK?

In the UK, sow Hamburg Parsley from March to April. It is normally sown direct outdoors. Wait until the soil has reached 7°C at seed depth rather than going by the calendar - hamburg parsley will sit and rot in cold ground.

What soil temperature does Hamburg Parsley need to germinate?

Hamburg Parsley needs a minimum soil temperature of 7°C at seed depth to germinate reliably. Below that, germination is slow and patchy, and seed is more likely to rot than sprout. Measure at around 5cm down, in the morning, rather than trusting air temperature.

How deep and how far apart should I sow Hamburg Parsley?

For Hamburg Parsley, sow it 1cm deep and space plants 30cm apart.

How long does Hamburg Parsley take to grow?

Hamburg Parsley takes roughly 150 days from sowing to harvest. Seed usually germinates in about 28 days.

Is Hamburg Parsley frost hardy?

Yes. Hamburg Parsley is frost hardy and will stand through UK frosts, so it can be left out over winter in most of the country.

Sowing data cross-checked against RHS growing guides and UK seed-merchant catalogues. Soil temperatures are the minimum for reliable germination, measured at seed depth.