Chervil - Curly Herb , Brussels Winter - Curly Leaf

Anthriscus cerefolium, Aromatic Annual Old-World Herb, Hardy herb featuring lacy, fern-like leaves & a mild, slightly sweet flavour reminiscent of parsley & liquorice. It produces small white flowers & is slower to bolt & more resistant to cold compared to other varieties. The dark green, fern-like leaves & mild, slightly sweet flavour are reminiscent of parsley with subtle anise or liquorice undertones. The leaves can be used fresh or dried in dishes such as eggs, asparagus, potatoes, salads, & soups or other culinary preparations. This herb is straightforward to cultivate. Usually sown from spring to summer at regular intervals, with an autumn sowing for fresh leaves through winter if grown in a cool greenhouse or under a cloche, best in cool, partially shaded locations. Ht: 1 ft, Seed Count Approx - 300 avg 

  SOWING - Sow chervil directly into soil or ordinary compost in partial shade (if sown in direct sun it can bolt). Chervil can be sown in succession from March throughout the summer. Thin out seedlings to 15 cm (6 inches) between plants. An autumn sowing can be made for fresh leaves through the winter if grown in a cool greenhouse or under a cloche.