When to plant chervil in New Mexico
New Mexico spans USDA zones 6a–8b, so the right time to plant chervil shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about January 31 in Chaparral to April 26 in Las Vegas — below are local dates for 23 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 7b | April 23 | October 20 | March 26 – April 23 |
| Las Cruces | 8b | March 12 | November 13 | February 12 – March 12 |
| Rio Rancho | 7b | April 8 | November 1 | March 11 – April 8 |
| Santa Fe | 6b | May 14 | October 6 | April 16 – May 14 |
| Roswell | 7b | April 13 | October 30 | March 16 – April 13 |
| Farmington | 7a | May 2 | October 13 | April 4 – May 2 |
| Hobbs | 8a | March 28 | November 10 | February 28 – March 28 |
| Clovis | 7a | April 14 | October 29 | March 17 – April 14 |
Chervil in New Mexico: FAQ
When can I plant chervil in New Mexico?
Across New Mexico, the time to direct-sow chervil spans roughly January 31 in Chaparral to April 26 in Las Vegas, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the chervil planting date vary across New Mexico?
Yes. New Mexico publishes 23 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 New Mexico?
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.
Never miss a window in your area
An email when it’s time to start seeds, transplant, and sow — timed to your frost dates. Double opt-in, one-click unsubscribe, no spam.