Garlic Chives Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Garlic chive seeds grow well in a variety of soil types, though they prefer moist, well drained soil and full sun or partial shade. In short growing seasons, the seed can be started indoors in a flat; provide bottom heat for fastest germination. To direct sow, plant the garlic chive seeds after the last frost of spring 1/4" deep in rows 18" apart, thinning to 6-8" apart as soon as the seedlings appear. Germination should take place within 14 days. Garlic chives also grow well as a container plant. For companion planting benefits, plant garlic chives with carrots; this improves the carrots' flavor and production.
Growing: Keep the soil moist while the seedlings are developing. Garlic chives will spread vigorously with each year of growth, and can easily be divided for new plantings. To prevent the plant from reseeding itself, be sure to remove the developing seed heads and keep the plant trimmed. To blanch the developing leaves, cover the plant with a thick layer of straw. After several frosts, cut the plant down to the ground.
Harvesting: The first year of their planting, garlic chives should not be harvested to ensure their strong development. In the second year of their growth, harvest garlic chives at any time after they reach a length of 6", cutting them 1/2" above the soil with a sharp knife or scissors. Frequent cutting actually improves production, since this signals new growth; the growth of the flowers causes the leaf growth to slow down dramatically. The leaves keep in the refrigerator for about a week; they can also be frozen, but lose all flavor when dried. The leaves should be added to hot dishes at the last minute, since they soon lose their flavor with heat. The strong onion-flavored buds and flowers are also edible and make wonderful garnishes.
Seed Saving: Allow the flowers to mature and develop seed heads. When the seed heads turn brown, remove them before they open and drop their seed. Spread them out to dry in a protected location away from direct sunlight. Rub the dried heads to separate the seeds from the pods. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 2 years.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Oriental Garlic, Asian Chives, Chinese Chives, Chinese Leek
Latin Name: Allium tuberosum
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm Season
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Seeds per Ounce: 10,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 14 Inches
Color: Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic
Pleasantly surprised
There's an old saying that if something seems too good to be true, it probably isn't true. When I saw that this company was offering garlic chive seeds for half the price other websites were, and that I could grab them in bulk, and that they were getting great reviews from people with germination rates, I was skeptical. I decided to take a chance however and I have to say, I was thoroughly impressed. It's great seed at a great price that came in the mail very quickly, way sooner than expected. The seeds even came in a heavy duty resealable package. I'm still waiting on germination, but the seed looked healthy and of great quality without plant particulates or dirt. I've ordered from many other companies at this point, but this company just became my new go - to. Great job Everwilde. My only request, carry more of the obscure stuff. If you start carrying bitter melons and celtuce and wing beans, you might even be able to come between me and my other favorite seed company.
Chives Garlic
5 Stars
Cut flowers, food, and bees!
Oh boy! What a delightful day, when I go to my mailbox and receive a stunning glorious sealed package from Everwilde! My seeds have always grown with no delay or problems. I would love to add...Budget friendly! I shop all the seed catalogs, and hands down Everwilde has all of them beat! With great germination and great results, and many varieties. You simply can not go wrong with this fast and up to date company. I honestly believe, Everwilde has seeds no one else has. I got a pound! Yeah a pound, of garlic chives....! Hallelujah! What a beautiful cut flower and a treat in our food.
Garden Seeds
Very quickly shipped in good condition!
Easy to grow!
Save the seeds for next year, or plant them indoors to keep on hand. A good addition to many dishes, including some Chinese cookery. A few snips add nice flavor to potatoes or to top-off a roast in the oven.
Huntington Beach Public Library Seed Library
The seeds arrived in a very timely manner. We are looking forward to adding this selection to our seed library.
Excellent
great service. All that I need
The best garlic chive seeds
I want to let others know that their garlic chive seeds are the best to purchase. Their service was very good too. I purchased the garlic chive seeds from four different sellers, because I knew that the seeds are not easy to germinate. With the other three, no germination at all. I think the seeds must have harvested over two years, which are already expired. Only their seeds are germinated so so well. I bought their seeds from Amazon and will buy seeds from them directly later if I need any seeds again. I am so happy with this purchase and would like to share with others.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Garlic chive seeds grow well in a variety of soil types, though they prefer moist, well drained soil and full sun or partial shade. In short growing seasons, the seed can be started indoors in a flat; provide bottom heat for fastest germination. To direct sow, plant the garlic chive seeds after the last frost of spring 1/4" deep in rows 18" apart, thinning to 6-8" apart as soon as the seedlings appear. Germination should take place within 14 days. Garlic chives also grow well as a container plant. For companion planting benefits, plant garlic chives with carrots; this improves the carrots' flavor and production.
Growing: Keep the soil moist while the seedlings are developing. Garlic chives will spread vigorously with each year of growth, and can easily be divided for new plantings. To prevent the plant from reseeding itself, be sure to remove the developing seed heads and keep the plant trimmed. To blanch the developing leaves, cover the plant with a thick layer of straw. After several frosts, cut the plant down to the ground.
Harvesting: The first year of their planting, garlic chives should not be harvested to ensure their strong development. In the second year of their growth, harvest garlic chives at any time after they reach a length of 6", cutting them 1/2" above the soil with a sharp knife or scissors. Frequent cutting actually improves production, since this signals new growth; the growth of the flowers causes the leaf growth to slow down dramatically. The leaves keep in the refrigerator for about a week; they can also be frozen, but lose all flavor when dried. The leaves should be added to hot dishes at the last minute, since they soon lose their flavor with heat. The strong onion-flavored buds and flowers are also edible and make wonderful garnishes.
Seed Saving: Allow the flowers to mature and develop seed heads. When the seed heads turn brown, remove them before they open and drop their seed. Spread them out to dry in a protected location away from direct sunlight. Rub the dried heads to separate the seeds from the pods. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 2 years.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Oriental Garlic, Asian Chives, Chinese Chives, Chinese Leek
Latin Name: Allium tuberosum
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm Season
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Seeds per Ounce: 10,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 14 Inches
Color: Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic
Reviews
Review
Pleasantly surprised
There's an old saying that if something seems too good to be true, it probably isn't true. When I saw that this company was offering garlic chive seeds for half the price other websites were, and that I could grab them in bulk, and that they were getting great reviews from people with germination rates, I was skeptical. I decided to take a chance however and I have to say, I was thoroughly impressed. It's great seed at a great price that came in the mail very quickly, way sooner than expected. The seeds even came in a heavy duty resealable package. I'm still waiting on germination, but the seed looked healthy and of great quality without plant particulates or dirt. I've ordered from many other companies at this point, but this company just became my new go - to. Great job Everwilde. My only request, carry more of the obscure stuff. If you start carrying bitter melons and celtuce and wing beans, you might even be able to come between me and my other favorite seed company.
Review
Chives Garlic
5 Stars
Review
Cut flowers, food, and bees!
Oh boy! What a delightful day, when I go to my mailbox and receive a stunning glorious sealed package from Everwilde! My seeds have always grown with no delay or problems. I would love to add...Budget friendly! I shop all the seed catalogs, and hands down Everwilde has all of them beat! With great germination and great results, and many varieties. You simply can not go wrong with this fast and up to date company. I honestly believe, Everwilde has seeds no one else has. I got a pound! Yeah a pound, of garlic chives....! Hallelujah! What a beautiful cut flower and a treat in our food.
Review
Garden Seeds
Very quickly shipped in good condition!
Review
Easy to grow!
Save the seeds for next year, or plant them indoors to keep on hand. A good addition to many dishes, including some Chinese cookery. A few snips add nice flavor to potatoes or to top-off a roast in the oven.
Review
Huntington Beach Public Library Seed Library
The seeds arrived in a very timely manner. We are looking forward to adding this selection to our seed library.
Review
Excellent
great service. All that I need
Review
The best garlic chive seeds
I want to let others know that their garlic chive seeds are the best to purchase. Their service was very good too. I purchased the garlic chive seeds from four different sellers, because I knew that the seeds are not easy to germinate. With the other three, no germination at all. I think the seeds must have harvested over two years, which are already expired. Only their seeds are germinated so so well. I bought their seeds from Amazon and will buy seeds from them directly later if I need any seeds again. I am so happy with this purchase and would like to share with others.