Anthriscus cerefolium
Chervil
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Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) - Description
Finely cut leaves for subtle seasoning in soups, fish, vegetables, cheese dishes and herb butter. Annual. Start first indoors or outdoors after danger of frost.
Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) - Blooming
Blooms small white flowers in umbels.
Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) - Growth
Chervil grows as an annual. Prefers light shade. Overwinter chervil in a cold frame. Pot indoors for year-round growth.
Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) - Planting
Chervil does not transplant well. Sow seeds directly into the garden, in early spring. In areas where winters are mild, it is possible to seed in fall. Broadcast the seeds many times throughout spring and fall for a continous supply of crop.Chervil plants grow best with light shade. Plant chervil among other tall crops that will offer shade.
Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) - Pest
Relatively pest free.
Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) - Interesting facts
Chervil is best eaten raw. Has a slight licorice flavor that works great with salmon, asparagus, eggs, among other foods. Chervil is very nutritious as it is high in vitamin C, beta-carotene, iron, and magnesium. Also a popular herb in France, making up the French fines herbes, a mix including chervil, thyme, chives, tarragon, and parsley.
Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) - Soil and irrigation
Keep the root zone moist at all times. Mulching around the plants will keep the roots cool and moist.
