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Parsley sprouts in open ground within 2–3 weeks, with 30 days considered the maximum period. If after this the sprouts still do not appear, you don’t have to wait and try planting another batch. Planting material must be prepared a week in advance by soaking it in a growth stimulator and waiting until the seedlings hatch.
How many days does it take for parsley to sprout after sowing in open ground?
The normal germination time for parsley seeds is 15 to 20 days. Those. Shoots should appear within three weeks from planting. Although sometimes they can form after 28–30 days, i.e. a month later. Exactly four weeks can be considered a control period. If during this time the parsley has not sprouted, you will have to plant new seeds.
The rate of germination and emergence of seedlings is highly dependent on temperature. The warmer the soil, the faster the seedlings emerge.For example, if there is frost in the squat layer (no higher than 3 degrees Celsius), the time frame will drag on for several days. And if the weather is consistently warm (20 degrees and above), the seeds will sprout within 5–7 days. Therefore, a deviation from the standard deadlines of 1.5–2 times is allowed (both up and down).
Sometimes articles, videos and other materials appear on the Internet that there is a certain secret in which seeds sprout within three hours after sowing. In fact, this is impossible even with early ripening varieties. The minimum time for parsley to germinate is five days, even under the most favorable weather conditions.
What does parsley look like when it comes up?
Parsley seedlings look typical for any seedling. Sprouted parsley seeds produce thin sprouts that are milky white in color. Almost immediately they form the first pair of leaves of a light green color. Then more and more new leaves begin to actively appear, the seedlings grow stronger, the stem thickens and becomes bright green.
The foliage, initially oval, eventually takes on the classic feathery shape.
What determines the germination of parsley seeds?
Germination depends on a variety of factors. First of all, it is determined by the quality of seed, soil, care characteristics and weather conditions. Therefore, you need to choose high-quality grains and provide normal care.
Seed quality
Most of these reasons can be addressed by starting with purchasing high quality seeds. In order for parsley to sprout, several requirements should be taken into account:
- Seeds must have high germination - they are purchased from trusted suppliers with good reviews.
- Shelf life is no more than 2–3 years. The fresher the seed, the better.You can use the seeds 1–1.5 years after collection.
- Before planting, parsley seeds should be inspected and any damaged ones should be removed.
Even if the seed is of high quality, this does not guarantee one hundred percent emergence of seedlings. In the case of the first class, the figure is 70%, and in the second – only 40%. Therefore, you need to be prepared for the fact that every third grain will not sprout and will simply remain in the soil.
The soil
For parsley to sprout, it requires fertile and light soil. The optimal type of soil is sandy loam; Loamy, fertile soil is also suitable. It needs to be prepared 3–4 months in advance, i.e. in advance in autumn or spring (if sowing is pre-winter). To do this, when digging, add a bucket of compost or humus for every 2 m2. If the soil is clayey, you will need to add 1 kg of sand or sawdust to the same area.
If the soil gives an alkaline reaction (pH = 8 or more), it is treated with vinegar (9%) at the rate of 100 ml per 10 liters. This volume is enough for 1 m2 area.
Lighting
For grass to grow well, it does not need an abundance of sunlight. You can choose either a completely open or shady area, for example, next to shrubs or garden trees. But there should not be a strong shadow - this may affect the growth rate.
Climate
Parsley grows well in all temperate climate zones. The plant is resistant to frost and drought, so the crop is grown everywhere from central and southern Russia to the North-West, Urals, Siberia and the Far East. For parsley to sprout, it can be grown in almost any area.
The culture grows well in most regions of Russia
Treatment before planting
In order for parsley to sprout, it is recommended to process the grains a week before planting. To do this, they are soaked in water (preferably in a solution of a growth stimulator), and then germinated on a paper napkin or in a layer of sawdust at home. Thanks to this, the first shoots will appear within 5–6 days. It is at this moment that you can begin planting in open ground.
The advantage of pre-germination is that you can immediately weed out low-quality material. In this case, you can plant the seedlings at a sufficient distance so that you do not need to thin them later.
What to do to make parsley sprout quickly
To quickly germinate parsley seeds, you can use different methods. First of all, the seed needs to be prepared and germinated. Fertile and light soil is used for cultivation, and also creates a greenhouse effect. The planting pattern and depth are no less important. If it is necessary for the grass to sprout quickly, the grains are buried no more than 2.5 cm. There are other methods of accelerating growth processes. For example, you can use growth stimulants (special medications or home remedies).
Preparing seeds before planting
In order for parsley to quickly form seedlings, it is recommended to germinate the seeds before planting. This method significantly increases the germination percentage. The fact is that the grains contain a large amount of essential oils, which prevent the emergence of seedlings. Under natural conditions, they enter the soil in the fall and must spend a long time in a state of physiological dormancy. Therefore, before planting, you need to “wake up” the seeds. Follow these instructions:
- Place the grains in a plate of water at room temperature (or a little warmer) and let them sit for 5–6 hours. You can add a little growth stimulator (in the form of a solution) or potassium permanganate to the water (the liquid should be slightly pink).
- Place on a damp paper towel or in a small layer of sawdust and let sit for 5-6 days.
- At the same time, the grains can be hardened by keeping them in the refrigerator for 10–15 days. If you no longer have time, you can skip this step.
- It is during this period that the seed should sprout: as soon as the white sprouts hatch, they can be transferred to the ground. There is no need to delay – a week after germination is the time to plant.
Pre-sprouted seeds will sprout faster
Correct planting technology
In order for parsley to sprout quickly, it must be sown correctly, maintaining two parameters:
- Depth.
- Spacing between rows.
The depth depends on the type of soil. Light sandy, sandy loam and loamy soils have a loose structure. To ensure that the grass grows confidently, the grains can be planted to a depth of 2 cm (maximum 2.5 cm). However, the soil can also be denser (with a high clay content). Then the depth should be a maximum of 1–1.5 cm.
To ensure that seedlings appear, the planting scheme is very important, i.e. intervals between adjacent rows and each seedling. If you plant grains too tightly, the seedlings will interfere with each other, blocking the light and taking away water and nutrients. They will have to be thinned out manually, but this is too labor-intensive. In addition, it is easy to damage the thin stems during digging.
In order for the grass to actively form seedlings, it is recommended to follow the following seeding rate: 0.5 g of seeds per 1 m2. As a result, no more than 70–80 plants should remain in this area. A distance of 10–12 cm is left between adjacent grooves, and the grains are distributed in 3 cm increments. The planting technology is as follows:
- Clean, dig and carefully level the bed.
- Mark several grooves of small depth (up to 2 cm), orienting them in the north-south direction. The step between them is at least 10 cm.
- Plant the seeds to a depth of no more than 2 cm.
- Sprinkle with soil without compacting.
- Pour over warm, settled water. It is better to do this from a spray bottle.
In order for the crop to form seedlings, a normal (top) rather than compacted (bottom) planting pattern is used.
Creating a greenhouse effect
It is possible to ensure rapid germination of seeds so that parsley is guaranteed to germinate by creating a greenhouse effect. This is a classic technique that is used for almost any seedling. Seedlings prefer not only moist soil, but also moist air. In order for the greens to sprout, after planting the bed is covered with plastic film, in which small holes are first made.
Every day this film will have to be removed to ventilate, water the plants, and loosen the soil. 1–1.5 months after planting, it is finally removed. Then all that remains is to monitor watering, fertilizing and other care activities.
Use of growth stimulants
Another proven way to achieve quick sprouts of parsley is to use safe growth stimulants (one drug to choose from):
- "Epin";
- "Kornevin";
- "Zircon";
- "Heteroauxin" and others.
Products must be used according to instructions.They are diluted with water in the required quantity and the planting material is kept for 8–12 hours. If you don’t have any preparations at hand, you can soak the grains in freshly squeezed aloe juice, diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio.
Burying bags of seeds
In order for parsley to sprout, you can use this technique. Take dry (unprocessed) grains and pour them into a bag made of natural fabric. Then bury it in still unheated soil to a greater depth (up to 35 cm) for 15 days. After this, the seed is kept in a solution of a growth stimulator, thoroughly dried on paper and then immediately planted.
Why doesn't parsley sprout in open ground?
If parsley does not sprout when planted in open ground, the most common reasons for this are:
- Poor quality seeds.
- Planting too deep.
- Heavy, infertile soil.
- Extremely unfavorable weather.
- Unmoistened soil, dry air.
Conclusion
Parsley sprouts in open ground quite quickly: if the weather is warm, sprouts will appear within a week. But if a month has passed and there are no shoots, this may be due to poor-quality planting material, large planting depth, or improper care.
