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Herb Chives Seeds

CODECHIVES
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Discover the charm of Chive Seeds (Allium schoenoprasum),

A beloved perennial herb with a mild onion flavour in both its lush, green leaves and delicate edible flowers. Chives are a must-have for every kitchen and garden, offering versatility and beauty. Their pretty pink to purple flower heads make them a standout in herb gardens or as an attractive edging plant. Perfect for pollinators, these chives thrive with minimal care. Simply cut the leaves about 2cm from ground level. Reaching a height of approximately 20-30cm (8-12 inches) and spreading around 20cm, chives are perfect for adding a mild onion edge to salads, cooked dishes, and potato salads. Enhance your garden and culinary creations with this perennial favourite.

Handy Tip: Young plants can be sown and nurtured on a windowsill all year round. Alternatively, you can lift and pot up a small clump in the autumn, placing it on the windowsill for a fresh supply of herbs during the winter months.

Key Features
Perennial herb: Returns year after year.
Mild onion flavour: Leaves and edible flowers.
Attractive flowers: Pink to purple heads.
Compact size: Height 20-30cm, spread 20cm.
Pollinator-friendly: Great for garden health.
Versatile use: Perfect for salads and dishes.
Easy harvesting: Cut leaves 2cm from ground level.

Technical specifications

Approx. Seed count	300 Seeds
When to Sow	All year round on a windowsill March to May outdoors.
Where to Sow	Sow seeds in small pots of compost, lightly covering them with a sprinkling of compost. Water well and place at a moderate temperature. Alternatively, sow outdoors from March to May where they are to crop, directly into finely-prepared soil. Chives prefer a fertile soil with some moisture but will grow well in dry conditions too, including gravel and rock gardens. Position in full sun.
What to do Next	Grow a few plants on a light windowsill for easy kitchen use. If transplanting outside, gradually harden off in a cold frame before planting out. Seeds sown directly outside should be thinned out to allow adequate spacing between plants.
Harvest	Chives can be harvested all year round, once they reach a suitable height. Pick a few leaves from each plant to ensure they regrow quickly. Be sure not to cut lower than a few centimetres above the soil.