The information on this page applies to seedlings sold by LEAF Nursery during our 2021 Seedling Sale.
Allium tuberosum. Garlic chives are a versatile herb used widely in Asian cooking. When young, leaves and flower buds have a delicate aroma and a garlic flavor with hints of honey and onion. Add to stir fries, scrambled eggs, soups, and noodles, or sprinkle on meats and fish. The plant comes back every year (perennial), is good for containers and indoor growing for fresh herbs all winter long. Edible flowers are loved by bees.[1]
Seed Type
| Organic | Heirloom | Non-GMO | Hybrid | Open-pollinated | Untreated |
Additional Information
| Container Friendly | Trellis Needed | Easy to Grow | Pollinator Friendly |
When to Plant Your Seedling
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Growing Conditions
| Light | Temperature | Soil | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Sun to part shade | 55-100 F | Well amended, good drainage | Likes moist to dry conditions do not overwater |
Planting Tips
| Plant Spacing | Plant size | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|
| 8" | Flat leaves are ¼" wide, 10"–18" long | After 6" tall |
- Additional instructions: White flowers on tubular stems bloom mid- to late summer. Garlic chives are also called Chinese chives because they are used extensively in Chinese cooking.
- Can help to repel mosquitoes.
- Harvesting instructions: FOLIAGE: When outer spears of chives are at least 6" long, cut back to 2" above ground level. Once or twice a season, shear plants to 2" above ground; this will keep the new, tender foliage available. FLOWERS: Harvest for dried flowers and consumption when in full bloom. FLOWER BUDS: Harvest when stems are 12" tall before bud has opened. NOTE: Some gardeners recommend not harvesting garlic chives the first year to allow plant to strengthen.
Common Diseases and Pests
- Aphids[2]
Useful Resources
- https://www.botanicalinterests.com/product/Garlic-Chives-Heirloom-Seeds (Seed Source)
- http://mgsantaclara.ucanr.edu/garden-help/herbs/chives/
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