Herb Description: Feathery, parsley-like leaves of Winter Chervil have a mild, sweet, anise-like flavor and are popular in cooking, salads, and as a delicate garnish. This annual plant grows from 10 to 15” tall and does well in light shade. Harvest begins about 60 days after sowing. Sow in July or August for fall harvest. Loses flavor when dried.

Herb Botanical Name: Anthriscus cerefolium

Other Common Names: Chervil

Herb Duration: Biennial

Days to Herb Maturity: 72

Herb Seeds Per Oz: 2000

Herb Height: 12” to 18”

Herb Spacing: 9” to 12”

Herb Planting: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall, or moist stratify for a time in the refrigerator.

Herb Seed Saving: Allow seed heads to dry on plants; then remove heads, break them open, and collect seeds. Clean and dry the seeds before storage in cool dry conditions.