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Week 52 – December 27, 2024

Plant Information

Chives Onion

  • Chives Onion - Bloom
  • Chives Onion - Garden
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Allium schoenoprasum

Common Name: Chives, Perennial Herb

Hardiness Zone: 3a - 10b

Spacing: 4 - 8" (10 - 20cm)

Height: 12 - 18" (30 - 46cm)

Width: 8 - 12" (20 - 30cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Chives make an attractive edging for any flower or vegetable garden and are a versatile herb in the kitchen.
Chives grow well in gardens or patio containers with tall, green, grass-like leaves ending in purple pom-pom flowers.

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Excellent for seasoning.