Chervil Microgreens

Chervil Microgreens: variety and characteristics

Chervil Microgreens (Anthriscus cerefolium) is an annual herb of the Carrot family (Apiaceae). Tender celery microgreens with a fine, slightly aniseed aroma and a delicate flavour.

Suitable for eating fresh, in salads, soups, sandwiches and as a gourmet garnish.

They grow quickly and are an excellent choice for year-round growing at home.

Chervil is a delicate French herb with an aniseed and parsley flavour — for sauces, omelettes and salads.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 91%
• Seeds per packet: 1020–1380 pcs (3 g)
• Seed origin: Poland
• Sowing: February – September; direct
• Flowering: May – July
• Harvest: March – November
• Position: partial shade or shade

When to sow Chervil Microgreens

Chervil Microgreens seeds are sown in February – September. The plants flower from May to July. Harvest takes place from March to November. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Chervil Microgreens

• Sowing method: direct
• Depth: 0.5–1 cm
• Spacing: 20–30 cm
• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20 °C
• Position: partial shade or shade

Fill a shallow container with light, well-moistened soil or a suitable microgreens substrate. Scatter the seeds evenly over the surface without burying them deeply. Press down lightly and mist gently with water to ensure good contact with the substrate. Place the container in a bright spot, out of strong direct sun, at a temperature of about 18–22°C. Keep the moisture consistently moderate until germination and during growth. Harvest when the plants reach a height of about 5–8 cm and have developed their first true leaves.

Sow in partial shade in several batches; in hot weather it bolts.

Harvest and use

Pick the leaves 6–8 weeks after sowing.

Frequently asked questions

When should Chervil Microgreens be sown?

The recommended months for sowing are February – September. Sowing method: direct.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 1020–1380 seeds, pack size 3 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 91%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.