Grows best in moist, well-drained soil, with full sun. It grows best between 22–30 °C, and usually is grown from seed. Germination is slow, taking four to six weeks. Tightly curled dark green leaves. Can be grown in containers and pots, also very ornamental in gardens. Give some shade in summer BOTANICAL NAME: Pteroselium Crispum COMMON NAME: Parsley AFRIKAANS NAME: Pieterselie