Chives

Amaryllidaceae · Allium schoenoprasum

Characteristics

Hardy Perennial

Grows in slowly spreading clumps. Plant has green, hollow, tubular leaves that have a mild onion flavour; used as a garnish, in sauces, dips, stews, casseroles, salads and soups.

Height: 25 cm

The basics

Position: Full sun
Soil: Moist, Well-drained

Position

Sowing Seeds

Sow in Spring, Summer, Autumn
Technique: Direct

Depth: 5 mm

Germination

7 to 14 days at 18 to 21°C
Maturity 60 to 90 days

Journal

62

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