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When to Plant Chervil in Cranberry Isles, Maine (04625)

Location

Cranberry Isles, Maine

ZIP Code

04625

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Based on last frost Wednesday, April 15, 2026 · Zone 6b

Pro tip: Sow Chervil directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Anthriscus cerefolium
Days to Maturity 50 days
Mature Height 12-24"
Spread 9"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade (3-4 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

9" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Harvest seed heads when dry and light tan — they shatter quickly.

Processing

Cut into a bag, dry briefly, shake to release needle-like seeds.

Seed Viability

Up to 2 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Chervil is best sown fresh — seed viability drops significantly after 1 year.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 56 plants of Chervil. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Chervil in Cranberry Isles, Maine? +

In Cranberry Isles (Zone 6b), direct sow Chervil outdoors around Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Cranberry Isles, Maine? +

The average last spring frost date for Cranberry Isles, Maine (ZIP 04625) is around Wednesday, April 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 6b.

How long does Chervil take to grow? +

Chervil typically matures in about 50 days from direct sowing. In Cranberry Isles, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, March 18, 2026 plus 50 days.

Should I start Chervil indoors or direct sow in Maine? +

Chervil does best when direct sown outdoors. In Cranberry Isles, sow directly around Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

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Growing Chervil in Zone 6b

Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) is a popular garden vegetable. In Cranberry Isles, Maine, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Chervil grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.