Growing Garlic Chives in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Garlic Chives can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 3Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days)

Zone11a

Last FrostJan 28

First FrostDec 22

Season Length328 days

Days to Harvest75

Sunfull-to-part

Frost ToleranceHeavy

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 3

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Dec 3 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 28

Transplant Garlic Chives seedlings outdoors after Jan 28. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 14

First harvest approximately Mar 14 (~45 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22). Garlic Chives can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Companion Planting

✅ Carrot ✅ Tomato✅ Pepper

❌ Bean❌ Pea

Garlic Chives in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Garlic Chives in Zone 11a?

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Dec 3. Transplant outdoors after Jan 28. Expect first harvest around Mar 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Garlic Chives in Zone 11a?

Yes. Garlic Chives needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Garlic Chives in Zone 11a?

The best time to start Garlic Chives in Zone 11a is Dec. Begin seeds indoors around Dec 3, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 28.

What companion plants grow well with Garlic Chives?

Good companion plants for Garlic Chives include Carrot, Tomato, Pepper. Avoid planting Garlic Chives near Bean, Pea.

How long does Garlic Chives take to harvest?

Garlic Chives takes approximately 75 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 11a, expect your first harvest around Mar 14.

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