Quantity
Approximately 200 seeds
Exposure
Partial shade
Discover the plant
Family
Apiaceae
Type
Herb
Cycle
Annual
Curly chervil is a delicate annual herb, prized for its light, finely cut foliage and its mild flavour that adds a refined touch to everyday cooking. Thriving in cool soils and partially shaded locations, it stands out with its flexible and generous growth, suitable for both small vegetable patches and more abundant gardens. Its subtle aroma, often sought after in soups, salads, sauces, and meat dishes, makes it a valuable herb for gourmet gardeners who enjoy harvesting just before cooking. Easy to grow, it offers consistent production when the soil remains moist and harvests are made regularly. Its curly foliage also adds a beautiful visual texture to the garden, creating a fresh and elegant presence among other herbs and leafy greens. Sown in spring or late summer, it integrates perfectly into crop rotations and in areas where the light is softer. Frequent trimming stimulates regrowth and allows for prolonged enjoyment of tender harvests. It is a simple, fragrant, and very useful plant, ideal for enriching the vegetable garden with a fine, fresh, and generous aromatic herb.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
1 cm (0.4 in)
Establishment temperature
15 to 20 °C (59 to 68 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Partial shade
Soil
Rich, moist, and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to August
Harvest40 to 60 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsBrussels sprouts, lettuce
Avoid planting withRadish
Soups, salads, sauces, meats, fresh harvest
