Garlic Chives – 100 Seeds

Originating in western China, garlic chives (Allium tuberosum) have been used in Asian cuisine for thousands of years. It is also known as “Chinese chives”. Unlike the traditional tubular leaves and lilac flowers of regular chives,  these chives have flat, narrow blades and white flowers. Perennial growing to 50cm. Plants grow in slowly spreading clumps.

Culinary Uses

• Leaves have a mild flavor,  a cross between regular chives and garlic.
• Can be eaten raw or cooked.
• Good in salads, sauces, stir-fries and with fish, poultry and egg dishes.

Growing Garlic Chives

• Seed grow well in a variety of soil types, though they prefer moist, well drained soil and full sun or partial shade.
• In short growing seasons, the seed can be started indoors in a flat; provide bottom heat for fastest germination.
• To direct sow, plant the chive 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.
• Germination should take place within 14 days.
• The plant also grows well as a container plant.