Ferry-Morse
Chives
Chives
Allium schoenoprasum
HeirloomOrganicNon-GMONon-Neonic
Size: 250 MG
About (From this Label)
Perennial Herb. The hollow, thin leaves have a delicate flavoring much like very mild onions. Delicious in salads and for flavoring soups and omelets. Because of the plants attractive cloverlike blossoms, they are often used for edging flowerbeds.
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Perennial zone 3+
Annual below
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Germination
15–21 days
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Days to Maturity
80–90 days
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
6-8 Weeks Before Last Frost
Planting Depth
1/4 in
Seed Spacing
6 in
Row Spacing
12 in
Thin To
6 in
Packet
Size
250 MG
Net Weight
0.25 g
Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)
Start seed indoors in a sunny location 6 weeks before planting outdoors. Or, sow seed in the garden in a sunny location in rich, well-drained soil. Performs best in rows 12 inches apart. Thin or transplant plants to 6 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Leaves can be harvested 4 months after sowing: then cut often.
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