Chaerophyllum hirsutum ‘Roseum’

Chaerophyllum hirsutum’Roseum’ is also known as Hairy Chervil ‘Roseum’, Chaerophyllum hirsutum’Rubrifolium’. It is part of the Apiaceae family of plants.

The name Chaerophyllum or χαιρέφυλλον is from Greek meaning chervil. Chaerophyllum hirsutum’Rubrifolium’ is an upright perennial. The foliage is medium green and aromatic. When cut or crushed it exudes an apple-scent. Chaerophyllum hirsutum’Roseum’ flowers in late spring and early summer. It produces umbels of pink or lilac flowers.

Plant Chaerophyllum hirsutum’Roseum’ in moist and fertile soil that is well-drained. Place it in the sun or partial shade. Propagate Chaerophyllum hirsutum’Roseum’ by seed.

Chaerophyllum hirsutum’Roseum’ is easy to grow. Cut back any damaged leaves. Watch out for slugs, snails and aphids, and powdery mildews. Chaerophyllum hirsutum’Roseum’ flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.