Growing Garlic Chives in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Garlic Chives. Last frost: Apr 10. First frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 days)

Zone7b

Last FrostApr 10

First FrostNov 7

Season Length211 days

Days to Harvest75

Sunfull-to-part

Frost ToleranceHeavy

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 13

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Feb 13 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 10

Transplant Garlic Chives seedlings outdoors after Apr 10. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 25

First harvest approximately May 25 (~45 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7). 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 7b?

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Feb 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 10. Expect first harvest around May 25.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Garlic Chives in Zone 7b?

Yes. Garlic Chives needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Garlic Chives in Zone 7b?

The best time to start Garlic Chives in Zone 7b is Feb. Begin seeds indoors around Feb 13, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 10.

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 7b, expect your first harvest around May 25.

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