Growing Garlic Chives in Zone 11b

Zone 11b has a year-round growing season. Garlic Chives can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 15. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

Season: Jan 15 – Dec 31 (350 days)

Zone11b

Last FrostJan 15

First FrostDec 31

Season Length350 days

Days to Harvest75

Sunfull-to-part

Frost ToleranceHeavy

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 11b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Nov 20 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Garlic Chives seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. 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 1

First harvest approximately Mar 1 (~45 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31). Garlic Chives can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Companion Planting

✅ Carrot ✅ Tomato✅ Pepper

❌ Bean❌ Pea

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Garlic Chives in Zone 11b?

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Nov 20. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11b is Jan 15. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 350-day growing season.

Can I grow Garlic Chives in Zone 11b?

Yes. Garlic Chives needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 11b has a 350-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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

The best time to start Garlic Chives in Zone 11b is Nov. Begin seeds indoors around Nov 20, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 15.

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 11b, expect your first harvest around Mar 1.

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