Parsley is a slow germinator. It may take a few weeks for the first green tips to appear. If the site conditions are poor, it sometimes does not germinate at all. Then only a second attempt to sow parsley will help.
How long does it take for parsley to germinate?
The germination time for parsley outdoors is usually four to six weeks, but it can take longer if conditions are unfavorable. The germination time is usually shorter in the pot due to better heat conditions.
Create good germination conditions
- Prepare the soil well
- Remove weeds carefully
- Use marking seeds
Tips for sowing parsley
Normally, the germination time outdoors is between four and six weeks. However, it can take longer for the parsley to get going.
Always sow parsley in the garden with a marker seed like radishes. Then you can see the rows better and remove the weeds before they overgrow the parsley seedlings.
Sowing in a pot is usually a little quicker because you can put the parsley seeds in a warmer place.
Tips & Tricks
So that parsley germinates a little faster, let the seed swell before sowing. To do this, sprinkle the seeds into lukewarm water and let them soak there for a few hours.
