Upright hedge parsley Plant Care
Torilis arvensis subsp. recta Jury
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This plant's slender, toothed leaves form a delicate fern-like foliage, adding an elegant texture to any garden. Originating from Europe and Asia, Torilis arvensis subsp. recta is prized by plant collectors for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in a variety of growing conditions.
Every 7–10 days
Partial shade to full sun
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Upright hedge parsley?
Water Upright hedge parsley every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it partial shade to full sun. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
What Is the Upright hedge parsley?
Upright hedge parsley (Torilis arvensis subsp. recta) belongs to the Apiaceae family within the Torilis genus. Upright hedge parsley is native to Europe, Western Asiaheight: 3.5width: 1.5fertilizer: 1wateringMin: 7wateringMax: 10humidityMin: 50humidityMax: 70temperatureMin: 60temperatureMax: 80.
Upright hedge parsley displays a low rosette, spreading ground cover growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Upright hedge parsley produces tiny white or pink clustered flowers in umbels.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Upright hedge parsley?
Torilis arvensis subsp. recta requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Upright hedge parsley Need?
Upright hedge parsley thrives in partial shade to full sun.
Light Requirement
Partial shade to full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Upright hedge parsley Prefer?
Torilis arvensis subsp. recta grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Upright hedge parsley prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Upright hedge parsley?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Upright hedge parsley to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Upright hedge parsley?
Feed Upright hedge parsley every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Upright hedge parsley?
Repot every 1-2 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Upright hedge parsley?
Upright hedge parsley can be propagated through seeds, division of root ball. Similar propagation techniques also apply to field hedge parsley plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Upright hedge parsley Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Upright hedge parsley, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Upright hedge parsley?
Upright hedge parsley is susceptible to aphids, caterpillars, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Upright hedge parsley Need?
Upright hedge parsley grows outdoors in USDA Zone 6a – 10b. It survives winters down to planting zone 6a. Upright hedge parsley is native to Europe, Western Asiaheight: 3.5width: 1.5fertilizer: 1wateringMin: 7wateringMax: 10humidityMin: 50humidityMax: 70temperatureMin: 60temperatureMax: 80.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6a – 10b
Keep exploring plants
Upright hedge parsley is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Torilis genus — compare its care with other Torilis species on PlantoScan.
Torilis is part of the Apiaceae plant family — browse all Apiaceae genera and species.
Upright hedge parsley thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Torilis Species
Other Torilis species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Torilis arvensis subsp. recta Jury, family Apiaceae (first published in Lagascalia 18: 282 (1996)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Upright hedge parsley, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 6a – 10b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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