Choose a location with full sun to partial shade
Use well-draining, fertile soil with a pH around 6.0 to 7.0
Sow parsley seeds directly outdoors or start indoors
Soak seeds overnight before planting to improve germination
Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep
Space plants about 8 to 10 inches apart
Keep soil consistently moist until seeds germinate
Thin seedlings once they are a few inches tall
Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist
Apply a balanced fertilizer lightly during the growing season
Remove weeds around the plants
Harvest outer stems first to encourage new growth
Cut leaves often to keep plants productive
Protect plants from extreme heat and hard frost
Replant parsley every year or grow as a biennial in mild climates