Chervil Seeds (Anthriscus cerefolium) – 400 Seeds for Cooking & Garnishing

Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) is a delicate annual herb prized for its mild, anise-like flavor and feathery, fern-like leaves. Often called French parsley or gourmet parsley, chervil is a staple in fine cuisine, adding a subtle licorice note to salads, soups, egg dishes, and as a garnish. Its compact growth habit and tolerance for partial shade make it an excellent choice for herb gardens, containers, and kitchen windowsills.

Easy to grow from seed, chervil is a cool-season herb that thrives in mild weather and can be succession-sown for a continuous harvest. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, chervil is a rewarding addition to any herb garden.

Plant Features

• Delicate, lacy foliage with a mild anise flavor
• Compact growth habit, ideal for containers and small gardens
• Cool-season annual that tolerates partial shade
• Attracts beneficial insects when allowed to flower
• Fast-growing and easy to cultivate from seed

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Anthriscus cerefolium
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer (if allowed to bolt)
• Mature Height: 12–24 inches
• Germination Requirements: Sow seeds directly; light aids germination; keep soil moist
• Spacing: 6–12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow chervil seeds directly in the garden in early spring or fall, as it prefers cool weather. Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil, then keep consistently moist until germination. Thin seedlings to stand 6–12 inches apart. For a continuous supply, succession-sow every 2–3 weeks. Chervil benefits from partial shade in warmer climates and regular watering to prevent bolting.

Harvest leaves as needed, starting from the outer stems, and pinch off flower buds to prolong leaf production. Chervil is best used fresh, as its flavor diminishes with drying. With minimal care, you'll enjoy a steady harvest of this gourmet herb throughout the growing season.

What's Included

400 Chervil seeds (Anthriscus cerefolium).