Anthriscus Cerefolium (Chervil)
Anthriscus Cerefolium (Chervil)
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Anthriscus Cerefolium (Chervil) is a delicate, fast-growing annual herb prized for its finely divided, fern-like foliage and subtle anise-like flavour. Often used in French cuisine, it is considered a gourmet culinary herb, perfect for enhancing salads, soups, sauces, and egg dishes. Its soft green leaves bring a refined, airy texture to herb gardens, making it both ornamental and highly functional in edible landscapes.
Thriving in cool conditions, partial shade, and well-drained soil, Chervil is ideal for succession planting to ensure a continuous harvest of fresh leaves. It performs best with regular watering and protection from extreme heat, rewarding gardeners with a steady supply of tender, flavourful foliage. A must-have for kitchen gardens, it offers both elegance and culinary versatility for home cooks and herb enthusiasts alike.
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Mature height
30cm – 60cm
Mature width
20cm – 40cm
Spacing
20cm – 30cm apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Annual
Foliage
Soft, finely divided bright green leaves with a delicate, feathery appearance and mild anise aroma
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Produces small white umbels in late spring to summer if allowed to flower; foliage is best harvested continuously before flowering for optimal flavour
Sun tolerance
Partial shade to full sun in cool climates
Maintenance
Low maintenance; requires consistent moisture and protection from hot conditions to prevent premature bolting; regular harvesting encourages fresh growth
Root System
Shallow fibrous root system suited to moist, well-drained soils and container growing