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Chives Seeds (Common)

Versatile, tasty, potato topping sun lover

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Medicinal
Edible
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Deters Insects
North American Native
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Allium schoenoprasum

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 80 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 12 inches

COLOR

  • Green

The Common Chive is a perennial herb that can be planted indoors or outdoors. A very versatile and tasty herb, it's a must-grow for any culinary gardener. Chives add great flavor to baked potatoes, soups and so many other dishes. When you're gathering up those basil, dill, cilantro, and other herb seeds, add Common Chives to the list and round out your assortment.

  • • Heirloom culinary perennial
  • • Versatile and tasty! Chives can be used in a range of culinary endeavors
  • • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 6 to 9 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 141 Up to 50 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 8,613 Up to 500 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 34,452 Up to 2,000 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 137,808 Up to 8,000 Sq. Ft
5 Pounds 689,040 Up to 1 Acre

Planting Guide

View our Chives Planting Guide to learn more.

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We guarantee that our seeds & bulbs will be true to type and ready to thrive. If something doesn't grow as expected, we will make it right. Questions? Call us at 855-440-2929

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    Chives Seeds (Common) FAQs

    Is Chives resistant to animals or disease?

    Chives is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    What is the flavor profile of Chives?

    Chives has a flavor profile described as mild, onion-like, and hint of garlic.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 3.6 / 5 from 7 reviews.

    I received my Chives Seeds today. i planted some in a seed tray today they look great I will update you when I get them planted in the ground and start harvesting.

    Debra 5/5 Verified

    Chives Seeds (Common)

    I received my Chives Seeds today. i planted some in a seed tray today they look great I will update you when I get them planted in the ground and start harvesting.

    Debra 5/5 Verified

    Chives Seeds (Common)

    I planted seeds in 3 different areas and none have germinated and we’ve had the seeds in dirt 3 weeks. SO disappointed as I love cooking with chives.

    Sally 1/5

    Chives Seeds (Common)

    Store owner replied: Hello Sally. Thanks so much for your review! We greatly appreciate your feedback on this matter. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and service and will certainly take your information into account. After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to resolve this for you. If you ever have any other concerns or questions, feel free to reach out to us and we'll be happy to do all we can to assist. Allium family seeds (like chives, onions, leeks) tend to lose germination power quickly. Even under ideal storage conditions, the germination rate drops sharply after 2 years. Thanks again for your review and best wishes for your growing season!

    Nothing germinated

    Vasavi 1/5 Verified

    Chives Seeds (Common)

    Store owner replied: Hello Vasavi. Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! We greatly appreciate you bringing this to our attention. It's so important to have feedback like this so we can continually improve our products and planting instructions. After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to resolve this for you. Thanks for your time in sharing your experience with us!

    these seeds are the best they grow so fast and produce so much

    Skyler 5/5 Verified

    Chives Seeds (Common)

    What is height of these chives when fully grown?

    Cathleen C. 3/5 Verified

    Chives Seeds (Common)

    Store owner replied: Hello, Cathleen Thank you for your review and question to Eden Brothers! Our Chives can grow up to 12 inches. We appreciate you reaching out with this question. Feel free to give us a call or send an email with any other questions about our products. You can reach us Monday through Friday from 9am - 5pm Eastern time at 855-440-2929.

    Very happy with how tasty these chives were. Great in egg dishes also.

    Carla S. 5/5 Verified

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