Chives

Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) – Offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol

Chives are a perennial aromatic herb of the onion family, appreciated for their fine and fragrant leaves , perfect for enhancing potatoes, salads, vinaigrettes and much more . Easy to grow and very resistant, they grow equally well in pots or in the ground , offering a generous harvest from spring to autumn. Their edible purple flowers attract pollinators and add a decorative touch to the garden.

Type : Perennial aromatic herb
Plant habit : Dense, upright clump
Spread : 20 to 30 cm
Plant height : 25 to 40 cm
Quantity per pack : 100 seeds
Maturity : 60 days
Companion plants : Carrot, tomato, lettuce, strawberry
Enemy plants : Peas, beans

? Sow directly in open ground after the last frost or start seedlings indoors 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting .

? Sow on the surface or cover lightly (5 mm) , spacing the plants 15 cm apart.

? Water regularly to promote good regrowth after each cut.

? Cut the leaves as soon as they reach 15 cm , leaving a few centimeters at the base to stimulate new growth.

With its rapid growth, delicate flavor and resistance to cold , it is a must-have in the vegetable garden and the kitchen.

Chives are a hardy and easy to grow plant that come back every year and add a delicious flavor to all your homemade dishes.