Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) from the seed company Gaia, a perennial herb with edible purple flowers and delicate flavors
Gaia Seed Chives are perennial herbs with thin, hollow stems that add a delicately garlicky flavor to your dishes. Easy to grow, they can be grown in gardens, vegetable patches, or even in pots on balconies. Their edible purple flowers beautify the garden and attract pollinators, contributing to a healthy ecosystem. Adapted to temperate climates, they thrive in well-drained soil with sunny or partially shaded exposure.
Spread : 15 to 30 cm
Plant height : 20 to 40 cm
Quantity per pack : about 95 seeds
Companion plants : carrots, tomatoes, strawberries, lettuce
Enemy plants : peas, beans
Cultivation method:
Chives are a hardy, easy-to-grow plant that's ideal for gardeners of all skill levels.
Sow directly into the ground or pots in spring, after all risk of frost. Use well-drained soil and space plants 20cm apart to ensure proper development. This perennial herb is low maintenance, requiring only moderate watering and regular pruning to encourage regrowth and prevent bolting.
Uses and benefits:
Versatile, chives delicately flavor salads, omelettes, sauces, soups and other dishes. Its edible flowers bring an aesthetic and tasty touch to plates. Rich in vitamins A, C and antioxidants, it is also beneficial for health, while enhancing your recipes.
Why choose it?
Chives are an essential plant for both amateur and experienced gardeners. Easy to grow, decorative and tasty, they enrich your dishes while beautifying your garden with their attractive flowers. A real ally for the vegetable garden and the kitchen.
