Chives Seeds

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Chives Seeds

Chives Seeds

$4.25 USD
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Packet Size: 250 Seeds

Chives offer a fresh, mild onion flavor that brightens countless dishes and thrives in both gardens and containers. This hardy perennial grows reliably in cool seasons and continues producing abundant green shoots year after year. Unlike garlic chives, which have flat leaves and a garlicky taste, these common chives feature slender tubular stems and a classic onion-like aroma perfect for everyday cooking.

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Growing Information

Planting

  • Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring, as chives flourish in cool conditions.
  • Plant seeds in well-drained soil and lightly cover them, keeping the surface consistently moist until germination.
  • Space plants or thinned seedlings 8 to 12 inches apart to allow their mounded shape to mature properly.
  • Chives generally take 75 to 85 days to reach maturity from seed, though light harvesting can begin earlier.
  • Choose a location with full sun to partial shade to support strong, flavorful growth.

Maintenance

  • Chives maintain a compact size, typically growing 10 to 12 inches tall with a similar spread.
  • Remove spent flower heads to prevent self-seeding and to keep the plants producing fresh leaves.
  • Water consistently, especially during hot periods, to maintain tender growth.
  • Divide clumps every two to three years to rejuvenate the plants and encourage vigorous production.

Harvest & Storage

  • Harvest chives once the plants reach 6 to 8 inches tall, snipping leaves from the outside of the clump to encourage regrowth.
  • Cut only what you need for fresh use, as the tender leaves are best when eaten soon after harvesting.
  • For short-term storage, keep harvested stems wrapped and refrigerated for several days.
  • Chives can also be chopped and frozen to preserve their flavor for long-term use.