Description

Chives are a perennial herb in the onion family known for their slender, hollow green leaves and mild onion flavor. They are commonly used fresh as a garnish or seasoning in salads, soups, eggs, potatoes, and a wide variety of savory dishes.

This easy-to-grow herb forms tidy clumps and produces attractive purple pom-pom flowers that are also edible. Chives are cold-hardy, low-maintenance, and well-suited for garden beds, containers, or windowsill growing.

• Type: Perennial herb
• Direct sow: Early spring or fall
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Spacing: 6–8 inches
• Height: 10–18 inches
• Days to harvest: 30–60 days (light harvest), perennial thereafter

Chives thrive in cool to moderate temperatures and well-drained soil. Sow seeds directly or start indoors, and keep soil evenly moist during establishment. Harvest by snipping leaves at the base to encourage fresh regrowth. Regular cutting promotes dense, continuous growth throughout the season.

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