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When to Plant Chervil in Greene County, AR

Chervil is a delicate herb with a subtle anise-parsley flavor, essential in French cuisine as part of fines herbes. It prefers cool conditions and partial shade.

Greene County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is March 27 and the first fall frost is November 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 220 days.

At an elevation of 441 feet, Greene County receives approximately 52.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 92Β°F, providing good warmth for Chervil during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Chervil root diseases.

Greene County, AR (Zone 7a) Long season
220 days
Last Spring Frost March 27
220 growing days
First Fall Frost November 2

Greene County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.3-6.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Chervil

Chervil needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Chervil Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan β€” 4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb β€” 4.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 4.9" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Apr 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" πŸ’§ Light watering
May 4.3" 4.3" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Jun 4.3" 5.1" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 6.1" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 5.7" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Sep 4.3" 3.5" 0.8" πŸ’§ Light watering
Oct 4.3" 3" 1.3" πŸ’§ Light watering
Nov 4.3" 4.3" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Dec β€” 3.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Mar–Nov in Greene County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall β€” actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Chervil Planting Timeline β€” Greene County, AR

Chervil Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 20 Feb 20 – Mar 6
Transplant Outdoors March 20 Mar 20 – Apr 3
Direct Sow March 13 Mar 13 – Apr 3
Harvest May 1 May 1 – Jul 3
Fall Sowing August 24 Aug 24 – Sep 7

Plant 0.5" deep Β· 8" apart Β· Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January β€”
February Start Indoors
March Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
April Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
May Harvest
June Harvest
July Harvest
August Fall Sowing
September Fall Sowing
October β€”
November β€”
December β€”

Growing Conditions

β˜€οΈ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

πŸ’§ Water

Moderate β€” regular watering

πŸ“… Days to Maturity

40–60 days

πŸ§ͺ Soil pH

Needs 6–7 Β· Your soil: N/A

πŸ—ΊοΈ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

πŸ“† Growing Season

220 days in Greene County

Growing Tips for Greene County

Direct sow in early spring or fall as chervil bolts in heat. Provide shade and cool conditions. Harvest outer leaves as needed; use fresh as it loses flavor when dried.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Chervil in Greene County, AR?

Greene County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of March 27. Plan your Chervil planting based on this frost date β€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Greene County, AR?

Greene County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is March 27 and first fall frost is November 2.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Greene County, AR. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.