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When to Plant Chervil in Mobile, Alabama (36607)

Location

Mobile, Alabama

ZIP Code

36607

USDA Zone

9a

Last Frost

Friday, February 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Friday, January 23, 2026

Based on last frost Friday, February 20, 2026 · Zone 9a

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 Mobile, Alabama? +

In Mobile (Zone 9a), direct sow Chervil outdoors around Friday, January 23, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Mobile, Alabama? +

The average last spring frost date for Mobile, Alabama (ZIP 36607) is around Friday, February 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 9a.

How long does Chervil take to grow? +

Chervil typically matures in about 50 days from direct sowing. In Mobile, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, January 23, 2026 plus 50 days.

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

Chervil does best when direct sown outdoors. In Mobile, sow directly around Friday, January 23, 2026.

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Growing Chervil in Zone 9a

Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) is a popular garden vegetable. In Mobile, Alabama, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, January 23, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, February 20, 2026. Chervil grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.