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When to Plant Chervil in Cuba, Alabama (36907)

Location

Cuba, Alabama

ZIP Code

36907

USDA Zone

8b

Last Frost

Sunday, March 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, March 15, 2026 · Zone 8b

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 Cuba, Alabama? +

In Cuba (Zone 8b), direct sow Chervil outdoors around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

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

The average last spring frost date for Cuba, Alabama (ZIP 36907) is around Sunday, March 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8b.

How long does Chervil take to grow? +

Chervil typically matures in about 50 days from direct sowing. In Cuba, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, February 15, 2026 plus 50 days.

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

Chervil does best when direct sown outdoors. In Cuba, sow directly around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

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Growing Chervil in Zone 8b

Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) is a popular garden vegetable. In Cuba, Alabama, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

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