Allium carinatum ssp. pulchellum
Chives
Create delicious gourmet meals with fresh herbs!Chives has a delicate onion flavor. Mix chopped leaves with crearn cheese or butter or use in salads. Large rose or purple bloorns are decorative in the garden, fresh in salads, dried for winter bouquets or steep in vinegar for rose-colored chive vinegar. Chives are high in vitamins C and A. Flowers attract bees.
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Height12-18 Inches
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Spread12 Inches
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SoilFertile, sharply drained soil.
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Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
Prefers fertile, sharply drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Usage/Other Information
Excellent for flavoring a variety of dishes.
· Hardiness Zone: 6-9
· Water: Allow soil to dry between thorough waterings.
· Feed: Use a fertilizer formulated for vegetables.
· Temperature: -10°F (-23°C)
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