Garlic Chives, also known as Chinese chives, are a variety of chives known for their flat leaves and strong garlic-like flavor. This variety is particularly used in Asian cuisine and as a garnish. Garlic chives are certified as USDA Organic.
To grow Garlic Chives, you will need:
- Well-drained, fertile soil
- Full sun or partial shade
- Seeds or clumps of established plants
Growing Instructions:
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Prepare the soil by tilling or digging to a depth of at least 8 inches. Add compost or other organic matter to improve the soil's fertility.
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Sow the seeds or plant clumps of established plants in the spring or fall. Space the plants about 12 inches apart.
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Water the chives regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Fertilize the chives with an organic fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
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Remove the flowers as soon as they appear to encourage leaf growth and prevent seed production.
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Harvest the chives leaves as needed, starting from the bottom of the plant, leaving the upper leaves to mature and continue growing.
Chart:
| Week | Task |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the soil, sow seeds or plant clumps of established plants |
| 2-4 | Water regularly, keep the soil consistently moist |
| 4-6 | Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with organic fertilizer |
| 6-8 | Remove flowers as soon as they appear |
| 10-12 | Harvest chive leaves as needed, starting from the bottom of the plant |