
Japanese Parsley

Japanese Parsley
Native to Japan and China, this variety of parsley is not very common in North America. An evergreen perennial, the stems are often eaten like celery sticks and can have a bitter flavor.
Sun Exposure
- Full to partial sun (four to six hours)
Soil pH
- 6.0 to 7.5
Hardiness Zones
- 4 to 7
Spacing
- 6 to 8 inches apart
Moisture
- Water deeply 1 inch a week
Notes
- Grows up to 2 feet tall
- Heart-shaped, lightly ruffled leaves
- Purple-bronze stems
- Light-pink flowers in mid-summer
Do you grow Japanese parsley or know someone who does? If so, please tell us your top tips for ensuring a bountiful harvest and exactly how you use it.
Many of my friends don’t like cilantro so I started using Mitsuba (Japanese parsley) in fresh salsas and guacamole. Number One usage is Miso soup!