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Chives Growing Guide
Allium family
Days to Harvest60 days
SunlightFull Sun
Frost ToleranceHeavy
Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)
Germination7-14 days
HardinessVery Hardy
Germ. Temp65°F
Start Indoors8 weeks before last frost
Companion Planting
Growth Stages
- Seedling
- Establishing
- Mature / Harvest Ready
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1a | Mar 30 | May 11 | May 4 | Jul 10 |
| Zone 1b | Mar 30 | May 11 | May 4 | Jul 10 |
| Zone 2a | Mar 20 | May 1 | Apr 24 | Jun 30 |
| Zone 2b | Mar 30 | May 11 | May 4 | Jul 10 |
| Zone 3a | Mar 27 | May 8 | May 1 | Jul 7 |
| Zone 3b | Mar 20 | May 1 | Apr 24 | Jun 30 |
| Zone 4a | Mar 10 | Apr 21 | Apr 14 | Jun 20 |
| Zone 4b | Mar 6 | Apr 17 | Apr 10 | Jun 16 |
| Zone 5a | Mar 3 | Apr 14 | Apr 7 | Jun 13 |
| Zone 5b | Mar 3 | Apr 14 | Apr 7 | Jun 13 |
| Zone 6a | Mar 3 | Apr 14 | Apr 7 | Jun 13 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 18 | Apr 1 | Mar 25 | May 31 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 18 | Apr 1 | Mar 25 | May 31 |
| Zone 7b | Feb 13 | Mar 27 | Mar 20 | May 26 |
| Zone 8a | Feb 8 | Mar 22 | Mar 15 | May 21 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 25 | Mar 8 | Mar 1 | May 7 |
| Zone 9a | Jan 23 | Mar 6 | Feb 27 | May 5 |
| Zone 9b | Jan 13 | Feb 24 | Feb 17 | Apr 25 |
| Zone 10a | Dec 26 | Feb 6 | Jan 30 | Apr 7 |
| Zone 10b | Dec 3 | Jan 14 | Jan 7 | Mar 15 |
| Zone 11a | Dec 3 | Jan 14 | Jan 7 | Mar 15 |
| Zone 11b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Dec 25 | Mar 2 |
| Zone 12a | Nov 6 | Dec 18 | Dec 11 | Feb 16 |
| Zone 12b | Nov 6 | Dec 18 | Dec 11 | Feb 16 |
| Zone 13a | Nov 6 | Dec 18 | Dec 11 | Feb 16 |
| Zone 13b | Nov 6 | Dec 18 | Dec 11 | Feb 16 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Chives?
Chives takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest.
How much sun does Chives need?
Chives requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).
How far apart should I plant Chives?
Plant Chives at 16/sqft (3" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.
Can Chives survive frost?
Chives is tolerant of heavy frost and can withstand freezing temperatures.
What are good companion plants for Chives?
Good companion plants for Chives include Carrots, Tomatoes, Grapes, Roses. Avoid planting near Beans, Peas.
How long does Chives take to germinate?
Chives seeds germinate in 7-14 days at an optimal temperature of 65°F.
When should I start Chives seeds indoors?
Start Chives seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant -2 weeks after last frost.
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