Parsley grows in the garden from early spring to late autumn, but in August it needs special care to maintain its freshness and taste.
In August, parsley may face problems such as overheating, drought, diseases and pests.
To avoid these problems, you need to follow a few rules.
Water the parsley regularly and generously, especially on hot days. It is better to water in the morning or evening to avoid burning the leaves.
Feed parsley once every two weeks with complex mineral fertilizers or organic infusions. Feeding promotes the growth and development of greenery, and also increases its immunity.
Thin and weed the parsley beds to remove weeds and loosen the soil. This improves the access of oxygen and moisture to the plant roots and prevents the proliferation of pests.
Harvest and use parsley as needed, without allowing it to flower. Flowering degrades the quality of the greens, making them tough and bitter.
If parsley has started to bloom, you need to cut off the flower stalks and use them to make broths or infusions.
Prepare parsley for the winter if you want to enjoy its aroma and useful properties in the cold season. Parsley can be frozen, dried, pickled or salted.
Parsley in August requires special care to maintain its freshness and taste. Watering, fertilizing, weeding, collecting and harvesting - that's what you need to do with parsley this month.
