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Hardy / annual / sunny position / easy to germinate / humus rich soil / blossom colour white / flowering time 6,7,8,9
Well-drained soil in half shade is best. Propagate by seed sown in spring. Young plants are ready for cutting after 6-8 weeks. Chervil is one of the 'fines herbes' of the French cuisine. Can be used like Parsley, the flavour is a bit similar with a hint of anise.