Chives have leaves which resemble blades of grass and have a mild onion smell and taste. Once established chives need only minimal care. A natural source of Calcium, Iron,Vitamins A, B1, B2, and Niacin.
Chives are drought tolerant however for higher yields they prefer consistent, thorough watering. Leaves should be harvested before flowering begins and may be harvested up to 3 or 4 times each year. Established chive clumps should be divided every 3 years.
How to Grow Chives
- Latin Name: Allium schoenoprasum
- Perennial
- Days to Maturity: 75- 80
- Hardiness Zone: 3- 9
- Soil: Ph 6- 7
- Temperature: Warmer
- Light Preference: Full sun to partial shade
- Planting:
- Depth: 1/4"
- Plant Space: 1/2"
- Row Spacing: 18"
- Pests/disease: Thrips
- Seed Count:
- 1 oz - Approximately 7,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 28,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 112,000 Seeds
Chives are drought tolerant however for higher yields they prefer consistent, thorough watering. Leaves should be harvested before flowering begins and may be harvested up to 3 or 4 times each year. Established chive clumps should be divided every 3 years.