How it thrives
Watermedium
Lightbright indirect
Humiditymedium
Min. temperature-10 °CJanuary
Nothing to do now – plan spring sowing and order seeds.
February
Nothing to do now – plan spring sowing and order seeds.
March
Sow indoors on a bright windowsill; plant out after the last frosts (mid-May).
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
First weak dose at the end of the month if it is actively growing.
Bright spot, east or west window.
April
Sow indoors on a bright windowsill; plant out after the last frosts (mid-May).
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Bright spot, east or west window.
It flowers next month – once you see buds, don’t move it any more.
May
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Semi-shaded balcony or east/west window – protect from harsh midday sun.
It usually flowers now – don’t turn or move it, and log the bloom in your diary!
June
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Semi-shaded balcony or east/west window – protect from harsh midday sun.
It usually flowers now – don’t turn or move it, and log the bloom in your diary!
July
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Semi-shaded balcony or east/west window – protect from harsh midday sun.
August
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Semi-shaded balcony or east/west window – protect from harsh midday sun.
September
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Semi-shaded balcony or east/west window – protect from harsh midday sun.
October
It ends with the first frosts – collect seeds for next year.
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
No feeding now.
Bright spot, east or west window.
November · now
Nothing to do now – plan spring sowing and order seeds.
December
Nothing to do now – plan spring sowing and order seeds.
Sow in spring and autumn in part shade; in summer heat it quickly runs to flower.
Chervil – what to know
Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) belongs to the Apiaceae family (genus Anthriscus) and is listed in our catalog under “Herb”. Its needs – light: bright indirect; water: medium; humidity: medium. Frost-hardy to about -10 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates. Rest period: annual. Typical flowering time: May, June. Easy enough for beginners. There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs. Nobody on Perfect Plants Club has added it to their collection yet – be the first!
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Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Chervil?
Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.
How much light does Chervil need?
It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.
How cold can Chervil get?
Frost-hardy to about -10 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.
Is Chervil toxic to cats and dogs?
There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.
When does Chervil flower?
Typical flowering time: May, June.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
No blooms logged yet. If yours flowers, your data will be the first!
Average watering interval
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Tips and questions about this species
Care data is for guidance only.
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