2g Seeds Asian Chives Allium tuberosum Garlic Chive Vegetable Herb Easy Grow Edible Leaves
Asian chives, also known as garlic chives (Allium tuberosum), are a delightful culinary herb prized for their mild garlic flavor and flat, tender leaves. These vigorous, easy-to-grow plants form tidy clumps and produce pretty white star-shaped flowers in late summer, adding ornamental value to any garden. Highly productive and reliable, they are perfect for gardeners of all skill levels.
These versatile chives enhance stir-fries, salads, dumplings, and soups with their fresh, savory taste. Typically grown as a perennial, they return year after year in suitable climates and also flourish in containers or raised beds. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage new growth, and enjoy a steady supply from spring through fall. The compact habit makes them ideal for patios, kitchen windowsills, and small-space gardens.
Species: Allium tuberosum
Variety: Standard
Type: Perennial herb
Plant_Habit: Clumping
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: 60–70
Zones: 3–9
Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C (65–72°F)
Sowing: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep; start indoors or direct sow after frost
Spacing: 20–30 cm apart
Notes: Leaves can be cut frequently; divide clumps every few years