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Chives

Chives

Allium schoenoprasum

HeirloomOrganicNon-GMO
Size: 1 gram, approximately 220 seeds

About (From this Label)

Chives have delicate, grass-like leaves with a mild oniony flavor. They'll thrive on a sunny window-sill, or in an outdoor garden where their beautiful, edible flowers will encourage pollinators.

About the Plant

Life Cycle
Perennial zone 3+
Annual below
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Exposure
Full Sun, Tolerates Partial Sun
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Germination
14–21 days
at 65 Β°F
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Days to Maturity
80 days

How to Plant

Planting Depth
1/4 in
Seed Spacing
4–6 in
Row Spacing
4–6 in
Thin To
4–6 in
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Soil Temp
65 Β°F

Packet

Size
1 gram, approximately 220 seeds
Seed Count
220
Net Weight
1 g

Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)

Start outdoors, in a sunny location, once soil has warmed to at least 65ΒΊ F. Sow seeds 2" apart and 1/4" deep. Soil should be moist, fertile, rich and well-draining. Once seedlings emerge, thin so plants are spaced 4-6" apart. Moisten the soil thoroughly when watering; and water consistently to encourage high yields. Feed every 4-6 weeks. When harvesting cut leaves down to the base, within 1-2" of the soil. Harvest 3-4 times the first year and monthly in subsequent years. Give your chives a headstart! Plant seeds inside 4-6 weeks before the last frost date and then transplant seedlings when they're about 2" tall. Put chives to work in your garden. Chives are great companion plants helping repel carrot flies, aphids, cabbage worms, and other pests.

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