Species Spreading Chervil
Small white flowers with green leaves and stem.

Spreading Chervil

Chaerophyllum procumbens

Spreading Chervil (Chaerophyllum procumbens) is a low-growing, creeping perennial plant with small, light-green, fern-like leaves that have a mild, anise-like flavor. It is an attractive groundcover for borders or rock gardens, and its small, white flowers attract bees. The plant is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia but is widespread in temperate climates. It is hardy and easy to grow in average soil, and does best in full sun to partial shade. Spreading Chervil spreads easily, so should be planted in an area with enough room to spread without taking over the garden. It is an excellent choice as an edible groundcover in the vegetable garden.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Care Level:

Low

watering

Alpine Dustymaidens (Chaenactis douglasii var. alpina) should be watered every 7-14 days during the summer, depending on weather. Water until the soil is moist but not soggy. In the winter, water only when the soil is completely dry. Avoid overwatering during this time as it can stress the plant.

sunlight

The Alpine Dustymaiden plant prefers full sun to part shade and should be given plenty of light throughout the day. The amount of sunlight will depend on the season, as well as the location of the plant. During the summer months in particular, this species should be given 8-10 hours of direct sunlight. If it is grown in an area with higher humidity like coastal California, it should be given 6-8 hours of direct light per day. In the winter and other colder months, it should get approximately 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day.

pruning

Alpine Dustymaiden (Chaenactis douglasii var. alpina) should be pruned in the late spring or early summer. Prune off any dead or damaged leaves or flowers. Cut back any branches that have become too long or are growing in an unruly manner. Also, lightly trim the overall shape of the plant so it maintains an attractive and uniform appearance. Be careful not to prune too much, as this may cause stress to the plant and lead to reduced flowering in the following season.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

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