CHIVE Seeds, Garlic

Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum) is an heirloom, open-pollinated perennial herb with flat, strap-like leaves and a savory garlic flavor edged with onion. A versatile, easy-to-grow herb that returns each year.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Allium tuberosum
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated perennial herb
• Mature height: 12 to 18 inches
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4 to 6 hours)
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile, organic-rich

Best for

• Stir-fries and dumplings
• Soups, eggs, and noodles
• Salads and compound butters
• Edible white flowers as garnish

How to grow

Sow in spring in fertile, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Keep moderately moist, letting the soil dry slightly between waterings. Cut leaves as needed to encourage fresh growth. Garlic chives return each year and can be divided to expand the planting.

Flavor profile

Distinctly garlicky with a mild onion undertone, milder than fresh garlic and pleasant raw or lightly cooked.

About 99Heirlooms

99Heirlooms is a seed company devoted to heirloom and open-pollinated varieties, giving home gardeners dependable seeds with the character and heritage of generations past.