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When to Plant Chervil in Hollywood, Florida (33021)

Location

Hollywood, Florida

ZIP Code

33021

USDA Zone

11a

Last Frost

Thursday, January 1, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Based on last frost Thursday, January 1, 2026 · Zone 11a

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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Full Companion Planting Guide for Chervil

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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 Hollywood, Florida? +

In Hollywood (Zone 11a), direct sow Chervil outdoors around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

What is the last frost date for Hollywood, Florida? +

The average last spring frost date for Hollywood, Florida (ZIP 33021) is around Thursday, January 1, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 11a.

How long does Chervil take to grow? +

Chervil typically matures in about 50 days from direct sowing. In Hollywood, that means you can expect harvest around Thursday, December 4, 2025 plus 50 days.

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

Chervil does best when direct sown outdoors. In Hollywood, sow directly around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

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Growing Chervil in Zone 11a

Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) is a popular garden vegetable. In Hollywood, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 11a, you should direct sow seeds around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, January 1, 2026. Chervil grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.