Overview

Anthriscus sylvestris 'Ravenswing' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Anthriscus, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 1-2 years. Anthriscus sylvestris 'Ravenswing' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, wildflower meadow, cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds. It is native to Europe.

About

Anthriscus sylvestris 'Ravenswing' is a bushy, deciduous herbaceous perennial in the Apiaceae family. Growing to between 1 and 1.5 metres tall with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, it reaches full height within 1 to 2 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with moisture levels ranging from moist but well-drained to well-drained. It is suitable for exposed or sheltered positions and is particularly notable in autumn.

About the genus

Anthriscus (chervils) is a common flowering plant genus of the family Apiaceae, which includes 14 species native to Europe, temperate Asia, northwest Africa, and the tropical African mountains. The genus grows in meadows and verges on slightly wet porous soils. One species, Anthriscus cerefolium is cultivated and used in the kitchen to flavor foods.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Anthriscus

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained, Well-drained

Aspect

West-facing, South-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H6

Plant details

Anthriscus sylvestris 'Ravenswing' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

1-1.5 metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Time to full height

1-2 years

Suggested uses

Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds

Native to

Europe

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Anthriscus sylvestris 'Ravenswing'

Propagation

Seed sown in a cold frame in autumn or spring

Pest resistance

Slugs, Snails, Caterpillars

Disease resistance

Powdery mildews

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