snip at the bottom.
• you are taking the entire stem.
• that stem will rot if you leave it, and taking it close to the base will encourage more stem growth, and therefore, more parsley.
• you can snip off one piece, or a whole lot depending on your need.
• if you have several plants, take off an even amount from all of them rather than stripping one and leaving the rest full.
• to dry your parsley, first wash it thoroughly.
• remove the stems, and wash again. you want to make sure all the dirt and any bugs are removed.
• i spin mine in a salad spinner to remove excess water and 