Whole plant
Overall shape, height, branching and growth habit.
Alliums
Chives growing guide
Mild-flavoured perennial herb with grass-like leaves. One of the easiest herbs to grow. Excellent edging plant that deters aphids and attracts pollinators when flowering.
Photo reference
Use this real-world photo as the main plant reference, then compare it with the botanical drawings below for leaf, flower and harvest details.
10-14 daysGermination
60-90 daysHarvest
20 cmSpacing
0.5 cmSow depth
Full/PartSun
Very HardyFrost
2 cm/weekWater
6-7pH
Planting calendar by climate
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| Climate | Sow | Transplant / Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical | Jan - Dec | Jan - Dec | Jan - Dec |
| Subtropical | Mar - Sep | Mar - Sep | Jan - Dec |
| Mediterranean | Feb - Sep | Feb - Sep | Jan - Dec |
| Temperate | Feb - Sep | Feb - Sep | Jan - Dec |
| Cool | Feb - Aug | Feb - Aug | Jan - Dec |
| Arid | Mar - Sep | Mar - Sep | Jan - Dec |
Botanical reference
Compare the whole plant first, then check the leaf, flower and harvest detail to identify what Chives should look like as it grows.
Leaf detail
Leaf shape, edges, colour and vein pattern.
Flower detail
Flower colour, structure and where blooms appear.
Harvest / detail
Fruit, root, seed, pod or the strongest identifying feature.
Cooking and eating ideas
A quick garden-to-table guide for using Chives after harvest.
Raw / fresh
Use finely sliced greens in salads, eggs, noodles, tacos, dips, and as a fresh garnish.
Cooked
Add to stir-fries, soups, dumplings, omelettes, sauces, or roast larger stems such as leeks.
Store / preserve
Freeze chopped greens, dry chives, or pickle tender stems.
Try: Fresh garnish, Leek soup, Stir-fry greens, Herb butter.
Good companions
Carrot, Tomato, Lettuce, Beet, Rose
Avoid near
Beans, Peas
Growing note
Cut leaves to 5cm to encourage regrowth. Divide clumps every 2-3 years.
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