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When to plant chervil in Delaware

Delaware spans USDA zones 7a–7b, so the right time to plant chervil shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 7 in Dover to March 14 in Milford — below are local dates for 11 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.

In Wilmingtonthe chervil direct sow window (March 10–April 7) has passed for this year.
CityZoneLast frostFirst frostDirect sow
Wilmington7bApril 7November 4March 10 – April 7
Dover7bApril 4November 4March 7 – April 4
Newark7bApril 7November 2March 10 – April 7
Middletown7bApril 7November 2March 10 – April 7
Bear7bApril 7November 2March 10 – April 7
Glasgow7bApril 7November 2March 10 – April 7
Brookside7bApril 7November 2March 10 – April 7
Hockessin7aApril 7November 4March 10 – April 7

Chervil in Delaware: FAQ

When can I plant chervil in Delaware?

Across Delaware, the time to direct-sow chervil spans roughly March 7 in Dover to March 14 in Milford, each following that city's local frost dates.

Does the chervil planting date vary across Delaware?

Yes. Delaware publishes 11 cities with their own frost dates, so the right chervil planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.

How long does chervil take to grow in Delaware?

Chervil takes about 55–70 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.

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