Garlic Chives Growing Guide
Amaryllidaceae family
Days to Harvest75 days
Sunlightfull-to-part
Frost ToleranceHeavy
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)
Germination7-14 days
HardinessHardy
Germ. Temp70°F
Start Indoors8 weeks before last frost
Companion Planting
Growth Stages
- Seedling / Sprouting
- Leaf Growth / Bulbing
- Mature / Harvest Ready
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1a | Mar 30 | May 25 | May 11 | Jul 9 |
| Zone 1b | Mar 30 | May 25 | May 11 | Jul 9 |
| Zone 2a | Mar 20 | May 15 | May 1 | Jun 29 |
| Zone 2b | Mar 30 | May 25 | May 11 | Jul 9 |
| Zone 3a | Mar 27 | May 22 | May 8 | Jul 6 |
| Zone 3b | Mar 20 | May 15 | May 1 | Jun 29 |
| Zone 4a | Mar 10 | May 5 | Apr 21 | Jun 19 |
| Zone 4b | Mar 6 | May 1 | Apr 17 | Jun 15 |
| Zone 5a | Mar 3 | Apr 28 | Apr 14 | Jun 12 |
| Zone 5b | Mar 3 | Apr 28 | Apr 14 | Jun 12 |
| Zone 6a | Mar 3 | Apr 28 | Apr 14 | Jun 12 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 1 | May 30 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 1 | May 30 |
| Zone 7b | Feb 13 | Apr 10 | Mar 27 | May 25 |
| Zone 8a | Feb 8 | Apr 5 | Mar 22 | May 20 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 25 | Mar 22 | Mar 8 | May 6 |
| Zone 9a | Jan 23 | Mar 20 | Mar 6 | May 4 |
| Zone 9b | Jan 13 | Mar 10 | Feb 24 | Apr 24 |
| Zone 10a | Dec 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 6 | Apr 6 |
| Zone 10b | Dec 3 | Jan 28 | Jan 14 | Mar 14 |
| Zone 11a | Dec 3 | Jan 28 | Jan 14 | Mar 14 |
| Zone 11b | Nov 20 | Jan 15 | Jan 1 | Mar 1 |
| Zone 12a | Nov 6 | Jan 1 | Dec 18 | Feb 15 |
| Zone 12b | Nov 6 | Jan 1 | Dec 18 | Feb 15 |
| Zone 13a | Nov 6 | Jan 1 | Dec 18 | Feb 15 |
| Zone 13b | Nov 6 | Jan 1 | Dec 18 | Feb 15 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Garlic Chives?
Garlic Chives takes approximately 75 days from planting to harvest.
How much sun does Garlic Chives need?
Garlic Chives requires full-to-part.
How far apart should I plant Garlic Chives?
Plant Garlic Chives at 4/sqft (6" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.
Can Garlic Chives survive frost?
Garlic Chives is tolerant of heavy frost and can withstand freezing temperatures.
What are good companion plants for Garlic Chives?
Good companion plants for Garlic Chives include Carrot, Tomato, Pepper. Avoid planting near Bean, Pea.
How long does Garlic Chives take to germinate?
Garlic Chives seeds germinate in 7-14 days at an optimal temperature of 70°F.
When should I start Garlic Chives seeds indoors?
Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date.
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