Chervil

About This Plant...

Family: Umbelliferae

Genus and species: Anthriscus cerefolium

Plant type: annual

Description: Feathery and fern-like leaves. White flower umbels in June-August of the second year.

Height and width: 12 inches (30cm) high; 6 - 9 inches (15 - 23cm) wide

Location and soil: partial shade; rich, moist soil; will grow indoors

Uses: leaves in soups, stews, and sauces; salads and vegetables

Propagation methods: seeds

Outdoor Sowing...

When to sow outdoors: Starting mid March every 4-6 weeks throughout the summer

Other Sowing Guidelines...

Approx. germination time: 14 days

Germination temp.: 13°C

Days to maturity:

Transplanting Guidelines...

Spacing between plants: 3-4 inches (7-10cm)

Spacing between rows: 15 inches (37cm)

Growing On...

Pests:

Diseases:

Harvest: use fresh by picking leaves and stems before the flower buds open; for drying, spread leaves on wire racks in a shady place, then store in an airtight jar

Growing tips: use leaves like parsley; self-sows readily

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