Parsley Curly  (Petroselinum crispum)
 
Type and habit: Evergreen, clumping, biennial herb to 300mm.
Cultivation: Moist, well drained soil. Don’t be shy with fertiliser. Its tightly curled foliage is decorative in flower beds. Pick leaves to prevent flowering in summer.
Culinary Uses: Parsley goes well with beans, butter, cheese, chervil, chick peas, chicken, chives, cream, cumin, eggs, fish, garlic, ham, lemons, lentils, mint, olive oil, pasta, pepper, pine nuts, salad leaves, tarragon. Parsley is rich in vitamins A, B, C and iron and aids in digestion.