Commun Chervil
A standard green chervil with a good flavour for regular cutting.
When to plant Chervil in Oxford
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 Oxford · last frost ≈ 24 Apr
| Activity | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sow outdoors | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 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
13 Mar to 10 Sept Optional · repeat every 3 weeksAfter each sowing, sow thinly from 13th March to 10th September. 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
3 Apr to 15 Oct Dates as each sowing reaches this stageAfter each sowing, once seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to apart.
03
Keep Moist
13 Mar to 29 Oct Dates as each sowing reaches this stageAfter each sowing, keep the soil evenly moist from 13th March to 29th October. Give extra shade in hot spells.
05
Harvest Leaves
1 May to 29 Oct Dates as each sowing reaches this stageAfter each sowing, start cutting from 1st May. Pick outer leaves or snip the tops. Take flower stems as they appear. Keep harvesting through 29th 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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