How to Grow Chervil

Sowing Chervil Directly in the Garden:

Direct sow chervil in average soil in full sun to light shade 2-3 weeks before the last frost date, after danger of heavy frost. ...
Remove weeds and work organic matter into the top 6-8 inches of soil; then level and smooth.
Sow seeds evenly and cover with 1/8 inches of fine soil.

Is chervil easy to grow?
Is chervil an annual or perennial?
Can chervil grow outside?
How do you take care of chervil?
What grows well with chervil?
Does chervil grow in shade?
Does chervil grow back every year?
What can be used instead of chervil?
Is a chervil poisonous?
Where does chervil grow best?
How long does it take for chervil to germinate?

Is chervil easy to grow?

Chervil is probably a lesser known annual herb but it deserves a spot in your kitchen herb garden. It is easily and quickly grown from seeds.

Is chervil an annual or perennial?

Chervil is usually classified as a hardy annual although some consider it biennial, and by making a late sowing towards the end of summer (end of July/early August) you should have a worthwhile supply throughout the winter and into the spring when you can begin sowing again.

Can chervil grow outside?

Possessing a mild aniseed flavour, chervil is a biennial herb grown for its leaves that are a key ingredient of fines herbes, or used to perk up salads, egg, potato and fish dishes. ... A useful herb for growing in a cool shady position outdoors.

How do you take care of chervil?

Caring for indoor chervil plants should include frequent clipping of the new growth on the top of the plant. Clippings of the plant are best used fresh. Regular trimming of top leaves makes the plant bushier and more attractive and slows the tendency of growing chervil indoors to bolt.

What grows well with chervil?

Chervil serves as an excellent companion plant for carrots and radishes and is reported to make radishes hotter and crisper when grown near one another. It also grows well with cilantro/coriander and dill, making them an ideal grouping for containers.

Does chervil grow in shade?

A delicate, annual, parsley-like plant with a hint of liquorice, chervil is one of the traditional fines herbes. Chervil is an excellent companion for Brassicas, lettuce, and radishes, but does best in part shade. Try growing some between rows of tall cabbages and kale.

Does chervil grow back every year?

It is actually a perennial, but if you want chervil growing in your garden all year round, you need to look on it as two plants. One, a perennial that will pop up year after year in the spring and those plants needs a semi shady spot.

What can be used instead of chervil?

Chervil Taste and Flavor

If you don't have chervil and a recipe calls for it, a fine substitute would be fresh parsley or tarragon or a combination of the two. Chives or dill might also take the place of chervil for egg dishes, but will have their own flavors.

Is a chervil poisonous?

Leaves are large and finely divided like wild chervil but generally lighter green, not hairy and with an unpleasant musty odor. CAUTION: Poison-hemlock is acutely toxic if ingested.

Where does chervil grow best?

Best Conditions to Grow Chervil

Chervil is one of the few herbs that grows best in shade and moist soil. Much like cilantro, chervil will bolt quickly in heat, so keep it away from full sun. Chervil also prefers rich soil.

How long does it take for chervil to germinate?

Chervil - Key Growing Information

DAYS TO GERMINATION: 10-14 days. SOWING: Direct seed (recommended): Sow shallowly in early spring 1-2 seeds per inch. Barely cover seeds with soil as seeds require light to germinate.