Chives - Allium schoenoprasum

Allium schoenoprasum, commonly known as Chives, is a hardy, herbaceous perennial grown for its slender, grass like foliage and edible purple flowers. It’s a versatile addition to both ornamental and edible gardens, providing mild onion flavour for salads, soups, and sauces. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, chives are ideal for Melbourne gardens, performing beautifully in pots, borders, and kitchen gardens.

Key Features:

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; tolerant of sandy, clay or loam types.
• Light: Full sun to semi shade; brightest colour and best flavour in full sun.
• Watering: Low to moderate; keep moist during dry periods.
• Fertiliser: Apply a slow release fertiliser in spring to support leafy growth.
• Maintenance: Trim spent flowers and harvest foliage regularly to encourage new growth.
• Flowering: Mauve-purple round flowers appear in late spring.

Regular trimming not only keeps plants tidy but also encourages new, tender shoots. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour and prevent overcrowding.

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