Commun Chervil
A standard green chervil with a good flavour for regular cutting.
When to plant Chervil in Durham
Anthriscus cerefolium
A quick, cool-season herb for the UK. Grow it in moist soil or a pot in light shade, and sow little and often for a steady supply of leaves.
30 cm · Partial Shade · Moderate Water
Calibrated to Durham · last frost ≈ 10 May
| Activity | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sow outdoors | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Harvest | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Growing guide
What to do through the growing season
01
Sow Seeds
29 Mar to 28 Aug Optional · repeat every 3 weeksAfter each sowing, sow thinly from 29th March to 28th August. Cover with of compost. Sow a fresh batch every 21 days.
- In heat, give light shade and keep the soil evenly moist.
- Check seedlings for slugs after rain.
02
Thin Seedlings
19 Apr to 2 Oct Dates as each sowing reaches this stageAfter each sowing, once seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to apart.
03
Keep Moist
29 Mar to 16 Oct Dates as each sowing reaches this stageAfter each sowing, keep the soil evenly moist from 29th March to 16th October. Give extra shade in hot spells.
05
Harvest Leaves
17 May to 16 Oct Dates as each sowing reaches this stageAfter each sowing, start cutting from 17th May. Pick outer leaves or snip the tops. Take flower stems as they appear. Keep harvesting through 16th October.
- Late sowings can stand longer under a cloche or fleece.
Companion plants
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Good companions
Plants to avoid
Why companion planting matters
Companion planting can deter pests, improve pollination, and make better use of space. Some plants confuse pests or attract beneficial insects; others improve soil or offer shade to neighbours that need it.
Suggested varieties
Popular varieties of Chervil to consider
Crispum
A curled form with finely divided leaves and a tidy habit.
Brussels Winter
A hardier selection suited to cooler conditions and longer picking.
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See how Chervil timing shifts in other towns with different frost dates.