{"id":1049,"date":"2023-05-14T15:26:35","date_gmt":"2023-05-14T22:26:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/?p=1049"},"modified":"2023-06-27T12:13:20","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T19:13:20","slug":"how-to-grow-chervil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow Chervil &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningeats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/How-to-Grow-Chervil.png\" alt=\"chervil plant growing in garden\" title=\"\"><br \/>\nChervil, which are known botanically as Anthriscus cerefolium, are a type of herb that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing chervil as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#Best_Time_to_Plant_Chervil\" title=\"Best Time to Plant Chervil\">Best Time to Plant Chervil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#How_to_Plant_Chervil_the_Right_Way\" title=\"How to Plant Chervil the Right Way\">How to Plant Chervil the Right Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Chervil\" title=\"How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Chervil\">How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Chervil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#How_Much_to_Water_Chervil\" title=\"How Much to Water Chervil\">How Much to Water Chervil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_Chervil_to_Germinate_and_Grow\" title=\"How Long Does it Take Chervil to Germinate and Grow?\">How Long Does it Take Chervil to Germinate and Grow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#When_to_Harvest_Chervil\" title=\"When to Harvest Chervil\">When to Harvest Chervil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#What_Can_Chervil_Be_Used_For\" title=\"What Can Chervil Be Used For?\">What Can Chervil Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#Can_Chervil_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\" title=\"Can Chervil Grow in Pots and Containers?\">Can Chervil Grow in Pots and Containers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-chervil\/#Are_Chervil_Safe_for_Bees\" title=\"Are Chervil Safe for Bees?\">Are Chervil Safe for Bees?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Plant_Chervil\"><\/span>Best Time to Plant Chervil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the chervil seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather.<\/p>\n<p>To check when chervil are most likely to thrive in your area, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>. If you live outside the US, do a quick search for &#8216;plant hardiness zone + [city]&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_Chervil_the_Right_Way\"><\/span>How to Plant Chervil the Right Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of things to consider that will help you avoid some of the common mistakes of growing chervil in your home garden.<\/p>\n<p>Often overlooked, your soil can have a huge impact on how well your chervil grow. Generally, your soil should be well-drained and fertile, with added organic matter. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf.edu\/pubprog\/brochure\/soilph\/soilph.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soil PH levels<\/a> should be around 6.0 to 7.0.<\/p>\n<p>1\/4&#8243; deep, 2&#8243; apart in rows 12&#8243; apart. 1\/4&#8243; deep, 2&#8243; apart in rows 12&#8243; apart. The seeds should be sowed at a depth of about 6-12&#8243;. For each plant, be sure to sow at least a few seeds to ensure that at least one of them will germinate.<\/p>\n<p>Begin thinning your chervil seedlings 6-8&#8243; apart when seedlings are 1-2&#8243; tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Chervil\"><\/span>How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Chervil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The amount of sunlight is another key to a successful harvest. Too much sunlight will dry out your chervil. Not enough sunlight will stunt your its growth or even kill it.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, your chervil should be getting partial shade<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_to_Water_Chervil\"><\/span>How Much to Water Chervil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As you&#8217;ve figured by now, a lot can have an impact on how well your chervil do, and the amount of water is no different.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, the soil should be damp to touch; not soggy or bone dry. If the leaves on your chervil begin to change colors or start to look droopy, you need to adjust how much water you&#8217;re giving it.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, if you give it too much or too little water, you can kill it, so it&#8217;s best to just keep an eye on it and water as needed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_Chervil_to_Germinate_and_Grow\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take Chervil to Germinate and Grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now the fun part begins and you get to watch your chervil grow.<\/p>\n<p>It takes approximately 10-14 days to germinate, and a total of 60-80 days from seed to harvest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Harvest_Chervil\"><\/span>When to Harvest Chervil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to harvest your chervil is when leaves are large enough to use, usually 6-8 weeks after planting.<\/p>\n<p>Chervil can grow up to about 12-24&#8243; tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Chervil_Be_Used_For\"><\/span>What Can Chervil Be Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Food Use:<\/strong> great for seasoning soups, salads, and egg dishes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flavor Profile:<\/strong> delicate, slightly sweet, and anise-like.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Chervil_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\"><\/span>Can Chervil Grow in Pots and Containers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can plant multiple plants in a 12&#8243; container. This can help control weeds and keep your plant from growing out of control.<\/p>\n<p>It also gives you the flexibility to move your chervil around if you need to adjust sunlight or bring it indoors to avoid harsh weather conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Chervil_Safe_for_Bees\"><\/span>Are Chervil Safe for Bees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, chervil are safe for bees.<\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/usa\/sustainable-agriculture\/save-the-bees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GreenPeace.org<\/a>, bees pollinate human food crops that make up about 90% of the world&#8217;s nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Given their importance in our ecosystem and food supply, I feel it is important to note that growing chervil is bee-friendly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chervil, which are known botanically as Anthriscus cerefolium, are a type of herb that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing chervil as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way. Best Time to Plant Chervil This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the chervil seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather. 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