Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00002133
11/12/99
Allium schoenoprasum--Chives
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8
Height: 15 in Spacing: 12 in
Type: herbaceous perennial, flowering bulb
Flowers: Purple
Comments: Chives grow best in full sun and a well-drained
soil. Cut off the leaves periodically to keep the plant
vigorous. Chives may be potted for use indoors during
winter. Plant chives in a well-drained soil exposed to
full sun.
Propagation: Plants are grown from seed or division.
Divisions, consisting of 2 to 3 bulbs, are planted 1 foot
apart in late March or early April. Seed is sown in
spring then thinned to 3 inches apart. Transplant
seedlings the following spring.
Cultivars:
'Schnittlauch' - A dwarf only 8 inches tall (Vis. 1).
References for Cultivars: Walters Gardens 1997.
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