Herbs
Chives
Allium schoenoprasum
Upright, deep-green strap-like leaves are produced throughout spring and summer. When harvested, these emit their characteristic onion scent, making them an essential plant for kitchen gardeners. Star-shaped, light-purple flowers are produced in spherical clusters throughout the summer months. These are a magnet for bees and other pollinators, and add an ornamental element.
- Position
- Full Sun to Partial Sun
- Height
- 30cm
- Spread
- 30cm
Growing calendar
Sowing & growing
Sow under cover in Feb-Apr, or directly outside in Apr-Jun. Cover seeds with 1cm of fine seed compost. Ensure compost does not dry out during germination. If started under cover, usually ready to plant out in 6 weeks. Plant out 30cm apart.
Aftercare
Remove dead flowers before they set seed to keep plant producing fresh leaves for harvest. Will die back naturally in autumn.
Gallery
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