PROPAGATION |
Fresh seed in fall (needs light); seed viable one year. Hardy annual which will reseed. Can also be started with saved seed in the spring (thin to 8 inches apart) at soil temp of 60 to 70 degrees F. and pH of 6 to 8; stagger plantings 3 weeks apart to insure a summer-long supply; germination takes 7 to 14 days. Best to sow in situ as Chervil does not transplant well.
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NEEDS |
Filtered sun in moist, humusy, fertile soil. Best in garden and prefers a cool, moist climate. Tends to bolt in heat or in dry, sunny locations. Leaves are ready to harvest 6 to 8 weeks from sowing. Can be grown in a pot or windowbox.
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FLOWERS |
June to July.
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PART USED |
Leaves, Juice.
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HARVEST |
LEAVES before flowering.
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FORM |
INFUSIONS, POULTICES, VINEGARS; used fresh or frozen for later use.
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CULTIVATED VARIETIES |
There are two varieties Plain and Curly (just as with Parsley).
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