Melanoselinum decipiens
black parsley
M. decipiens is a tall, short-lived perennial producing a rosette of large, glossy, semi-evergreen, divided foliage atop one or more sturdy, ridged stems. After two or more years produces umbels of tiny, pale pink flowers, in late spring or early summer. The plant dies after flowering, but leaves a striking winter silhouette and often self-seeds
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Pink | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Macaronesia
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in a warm, sheltered position in sun or semi-shade. Dislikes winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Sub-tropical
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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