Chervil Seeds - Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Chervil seeds produce delicate, fast-growing annual herb plants with upright growth and finely divided, feathery green foliage. This plant is well suited for garden beds, borders, and container cultivation, especially in cooler conditions. Chervil prefers partial shade and moist, fertile, well-drained soil, making it suitable for shaded garden areas where other herbs may struggle. It establishes quickly and grows best as a cool-season crop, with regular sowing helping to maintain continuous growth throughout the season.

Features

• Fast-growing herb with upright, delicate foliage
• Suitable for shaded garden areas and containers
• Performs well in cool-season growing conditions
• Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil
• Adaptable to partial shade environments
• Suitable for repeated sowing for continuous growth

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Anthriscus cerefolium
• Common Name (US): Chervil
• Seed Type / Variety: Herb seed
• Growth Habit: Upright, leafy annual
• USDA Zones: 3–9 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Early spring and fall
• Growing Season: Cool season
• Sowing Season:
  • Spring: March to May
  • Fall: September to November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days in cool soil with light moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to full sun (cool conditions)
• Soil Requirements: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: 40–70 cm height, 20–30 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 15–30 cm apart