Chives - Garlic
$4.00
Unit price perGarlic Chives
(Allium tuberosum)
Garlic Chives are a versatile, perennial herb prized for their mild garlic flavour and tender, flat green leaves. Widely used in Asian and modern kitchen gardens, they offer a gentler alternative to garlic, with a fresh, onion‑garlic aroma that complements both raw and cooked dishes.
This productive plant forms neat clumps of grass‑like foliage that can be harvested repeatedly throughout the growing season. In late summer, tall stems produce delicate, star‑shaped white flowers that are not only attractive to pollinators but also edible, adding a subtle garlic note to salads and garnishes.
Easy to grow and reliable year after year, Garlic Chives are ideal for garden beds, borders, and pots. Regular cutting encourages fresh growth and helps keep plants compact and productive.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
- Mild garlic flavour without the heat
- Leaves, buds & flowers all edible
- Hardy perennial – returns each year
- Excellent for containers and small gardens
- Attractive late‑season blooms for pollinators
🌱 Growing Notes
- Position: Full sun to part shade
- Soil: Well‑drained, moderately fertile
- Height: Approx. 30–45 cm
- Harvest: Cut leaves regularly to promote new growth
- Approx 80 seeds pkt
Garlic Chives can self‑seed if flowers are left to mature; deadhead to limit spreading if desired.
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Chives - Garlic
$4.00
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Garlic Chives
(Allium tuberosum)
Garlic Chives are a versatile, perennial herb prized for their mild garlic flavour and tender, flat green leaves. Widely used in Asian and modern kitchen gardens, they offer a gentler alternative to garlic, with a fresh, onion‑garlic aroma that complements both raw and cooked dishes.
This productive plant forms neat clumps of grass‑like foliage that can be harvested repeatedly throughout the growing season. In late summer, tall stems produce delicate, star‑shaped white flowers that are not only attractive to pollinators but also edible, adding a subtle garlic note to salads and garnishes.
Easy to grow and reliable year after year, Garlic Chives are ideal for garden beds, borders, and pots. Regular cutting encourages fresh growth and helps keep plants compact and productive.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
- Mild garlic flavour without the heat
- Leaves, buds & flowers all edible
- Hardy perennial – returns each year
- Excellent for containers and small gardens
- Attractive late‑season blooms for pollinators
🌱 Growing Notes
- Position: Full sun to part shade
- Soil: Well‑drained, moderately fertile
- Height: Approx. 30–45 cm
- Harvest: Cut leaves regularly to promote new growth
- Approx 80 seeds pkt
Garlic Chives can self‑seed if flowers are left to mature; deadhead to limit spreading if desired.
