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When to Plant Chervil in Morristown, Tennessee (37813)

Location

Morristown, Tennessee

ZIP Code

37813

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

πŸ“… Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, April 5, 2026 Β· Zone 7b

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"

β˜€οΈ 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

See which plants help Chervil thrive, which to keep away, and raised bed layout tips β†’

πŸ› οΈ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟒 Easy
βœ… Open-pollinated β€” seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Harvest seed heads when dry and light tan β€” 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 β€” seed viability drops significantly after 1 year.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4Γ—8 bed fits 56 plants of Chervil. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size β†’

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Chervil in Morristown, Tennessee? +

In Morristown (Zone 7b), direct sow Chervil outdoors around Sunday, March 8, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Morristown, Tennessee? +

The average last spring frost date for Morristown, Tennessee (ZIP 37813) is around Sunday, April 5, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7b.

How long does Chervil take to grow? +

Chervil typically matures in about 50 days from direct sowing. In Morristown, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, March 8, 2026 plus 50 days.

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

Chervil does best when direct sown outdoors. In Morristown, sow directly around Sunday, March 8, 2026.

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Growing Chervil in Zone 7b

Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) is a popular garden vegetable. In Morristown, Tennessee, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Chervil grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.