When to plant chervil in Virginia
Virginia spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant chervil shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 16 in Norfolk to March 29 in Radford — below are local dates for 127 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 8b | March 29 | November 12 | March 1 – March 29 |
| Chesapeake | 8a | March 23 | November 18 | February 23 – March 23 |
| Arlington | 7b | March 24 | November 18 | February 24 – March 24 |
| Norfolk | 8b | March 16 | November 26 | February 16 – March 16 |
| Richmond | 7b | April 3 | November 4 | March 6 – April 3 |
| Newport News | 8a | April 1 | November 9 | March 4 – April 1 |
| Alexandria | 8a | March 24 | November 18 | February 24 – March 24 |
| Hampton | 8b | March 24 | November 15 | February 24 – March 24 |
Chervil in Virginia: FAQ
When can I plant chervil in Virginia?
Across Virginia, the time to direct-sow chervil spans roughly February 16 in Norfolk to March 29 in Radford, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the chervil planting date vary across Virginia?
Yes. Virginia publishes 127 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 Virginia?
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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