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Allium schoenoprasum
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Allium schoenoprasum
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Allium schoenoprasum


Common Chives

 USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.032.190


One of the classic French herbs, the leaves are harvested anytime in the season, popular for cooking or as a garnish. Pretty mauve flowers appear in late spring, which are also edible in salads. This plant does double duty in the perennial or herb garden, or in containers. Flowers are excellent for cutting, fresh or dried. Great for edging. Chives are inclined to seed themselves around, which can be prevented by removing the flower heads as they begin to fade. Easily divided in spring or fall.

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Allium schoenoprasum


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Light Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Culinary
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Dried Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Massed
Height
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Spread
   30-40 cm
   12-16 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.