Chives

Description

CHIVES (Allium schoenoprasum)

Transplant | Mid–Late April | Perennial

A versatile, easy-to-grow herb that adds a mild onion flavor to a wide range of dishes. In spring, chives produce beautiful purple blooms that are not only edible but also attract pollinators, bringing both flavor and charm to the garden.

Growing Details

• Harvest leaves and flowers throughout the season
• Plant spacing: 12″
• Full sun
• Frost hardy

Garden Companionship

Best planted with: Carrots, tomatoes, lettuce, strawberries
Benefits: Helps deter pests such as aphids while attracting beneficial insects and pollinators
Avoid planting near: Beans and peas, which may be negatively affected by alliums

Pro Growing Tips

• Snip leaves regularly to encourage fresh, tender growth
• Cut plants back after flowering to promote a second flush of leaves
• Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor and productivity

Health Highlights

• Vitamin-rich: Contains vitamins A and C
• Heart support: Allium compounds may support heart health
• Edible flowers: Adds color and mild flavor to salads and garnishes

Pre-order now for fresh, perennial plants that return year after year and thrive in early spring gardens.