Snip, sprinkle, and savor the flavor!
Common Chives are the cheerful workhorse of the herb garden, easy to grow, endlessly useful, and always ready to add a pop of mild onion flavor. With their slender green stalks and charming purple pom-pom blooms, they’re as pretty as they are practical.
Variety: Common Chives (Allium schoenoprasum)
Growth Habit: Perennial herb
Height: 12–18 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild onion or garlic
Color: Green stalks with purple pom-pom flowers
Planting Conditions: Direct sow or transplant in full sun; prefers moist, fertile soil
Harvest Timeline: Leaves in 60–75 days; flowers in late spring
Uses: Microgreens, garnishes, edible flowers, soups, salads, compound butters
Fun Fact: Chives have been cultivated for over 5,000 years and were used by ancient Chinese herbalists for both flavor and healing.
Chive microgreens are a flavorful favorite for indoor growing, perfect for topping baked potatoes, omelets, or creamy dips. And don’t forget the flowers! Their purple blooms are not only edible but also attract pollinators and add a whimsical touch to garden beds and salads alike.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun to partial shade works well.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Plant ¼ inch deep, spacing 6–8 inches apart.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep soil moist, especially during dry spells.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Divide clumps every 2–3 years to keep plants vigorous.
✂️ Harvest: Snip leaves as needed. Cut flowers before they go to seed to encourage more growth.
