Description: CHIVES COMMON Herb Garden Culinary Fines Herbs Perennial Salads Vinegar Non-GMO 500 SeedsFresh, Pure Seed – No FillersPRODUCT DESCRIPTIONAllium schoenoprasumThe foliage has a mild onion flavor that can flavor a wide variety of food! The onion-like leaves are hollow and grow back quickly after being cut for a tasty garnish. Round globes of pink flowers are very showy and will beautify your herb garden as well!Chives, the oldest species of edible onion known, has been used in China since about 3000 B.C. The botanical name actually comes from the Greek meaning, "reed-like leek". Chives are now grown all over the world; historical legend states that Marco Polo discovered this herb in China and brought it back to his native land. Medieval gardeners often planted chives around the borders for both decoration and to ward off harmful insects. Traditional medicinal uses, though not as common, included treatment for high cholesterol and poor digestion. Along with parsley, tarragon, and chervil, chives is included in the famous blend of herbs known as "Fines herbes." The onion-like flavor of chives makes them a traditional addition to dishes with cheese, eggs, fish, or potatoes; the flowers make a delicate herbal vinegar, in addition to being a colorful addition to salads.FAST FACTSLatin Name: Allium schoenoprasumType: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm SeasonLife Cycle: PerennialUSDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9Planting Method: Direct SowSunlight: Full Sun, Part SunHeight: 14 InchesColor: GreenBloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early FallUses: Attracts Butterflies, AromatichOW TO GROWSowing: Chives grow well in a variety of soil types, though they prefer rich, well drained soil and full sun or partial shade. The seed can be started indoors about 4 weeks before the last spring frost; provide bottom heat, consistent moisture, and darkness for fastest germination. Common chives seeds should sprout within 2-3 weeks; they can be transplanted 6-8" apart as soon as they grow big enough to handle safely, and there is no chance of frost. To direct sow, plant common chives seeds after the last frost of spring 1/4" deep in rows 18" apart, thinning to 6-8" apart as soon as the seedlings appear. Chives also grow well as a container plant. For companion planting benefits, plant chives with carrots; this improves the carrots' flavor and production.Growing: Keep the soil moist while the seedlings are developing. Chives will spread vigorously with each year of growth, and can easily be divided for new plantings. After several frosts, cut the plant down to the ground.Harvesting: The first year of their planting, chives should not be harvested to ensure their strong development. In the second year of their growth, harvest chives at any time after they reach a length of 6", cutting them 1/2" above the soil with a sharp knife or scissors. Take care not to cut all of the leaves, since the plant needs some left intact to continue healthy growth. Frequent cutting actually improves production, since this signals new growth; the growth of the flowers causes the leaf growth to slow dramatically and gives them a harsher flavor. The leaves keep in the refrigerator for about a week; they can also be frozen, but lose all flavor when dried. The leaves should be added to hot dishes at the last minute, since they soon lose their flavor with heat. The onion-flavored buds and flowers are also edible and make wonderful garnishes. WE SHIP FAST & FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). 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Price: 3.98 USD
Location: Sevierville, Tennessee
End Time: 2024-08-03T09:54:34.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Climate: Varied Climates
Planting Time: 60-90 Days
Common Name: Chives
Color: Green
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Growth Habit: Short
MPN: MNS-CO
Soil Type: Any, Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, Or sow outdoors after the last frost!
Brand: Mother Nature's Seeds
Soil pH: Neutral
Season of Interest: Spring, Summer
Type: Herb Seeds
Life Cycle: Perennial
Watering: Medium
Genus: Allium schoenoprasum
Sunlight: Full Sun, Medium Sun
Features: delicate, sweet, pleasant flavor, seasoning soups, stews, dressings, sauces, Culinary, Container Garden, Compact tender perennial with grey/silver foilage, Full Sun, Partial Sun, Needs Cold Stratification, Robust Flavor!, Sow seeds on top of the soil. Best to overwinter!, Scatter seeds about 10" apart!, Edible, Fast Growing, Flowering
Cultivating Difficulty: Very Easy
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
