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CHERVIL, COMMON or GARDEN

(Anthriscus cerefolium). A hardy annual, native of various parts of Europe. It is grown for the leaves, which are used for culinary purposes and in salads. Seed should be sown occasionally-not too much at a time-either broadcast or in shallow drills. The plants may be thinned out to 8in. apart; and in hot weather, if the ground is light, they should be watered plentifully, or they will soon run to seed. It is advisable to keep a few plants in a cold frame through the winter, as leaves may then be gathered at any time.

Curled Chervil is a variety of the Common, with beautifully curled leaves, which may be employed for garnishing, in addition to its ordinary use. The plants with the best curled leaves should be selected, if some are kept for seed, as they soon deteriorate. A cool north border is the best position for growing Chervil in summer, and a south border is preferable for it in winter.