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Wild Chives Growing Guide

Amaryllidaceae family

Days to Harvest75 days
Sunlightpart
Frost ToleranceHeavy
Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)
Germination14-28 days
HardinessVery Hardy
Germ. Temp60°F

Companion Planting

Avoid Planting Near

BeanPea

Growth Stages

  1. Seedling / Sprouting
  2. Leaf Growth / Bulbing
  3. Mature / Harvest Ready

Planting Dates by Zone

ZoneStart IndoorsTransplantDirect SowHarvest
Zone 1a—Apr 27—Jun 11
Zone 1b—Apr 27—Jun 11
Zone 2a—Apr 17—Jun 1
Zone 2b—Apr 27—Jun 11
Zone 3a—Apr 24—Jun 8
Zone 3b—Apr 17—Jun 1
Zone 4a—Apr 7—May 22
Zone 4b—Apr 3—May 18
Zone 5a—Mar 31—May 15
Zone 5b—Mar 31—May 15
Zone 6a—Mar 31—May 15
Zone 6b—Mar 18—May 2
Zone 7a—Mar 18—May 2
Zone 7b—Mar 13—Apr 27
Zone 8a—Mar 8—Apr 22
Zone 8b—Feb 22—Apr 8
Zone 9a—Feb 20—Apr 6
Zone 9b—Feb 10—Mar 27
Zone 10a—Jan 23—Mar 9
Zone 10b—Dec 31—Feb 14
Zone 11a—Dec 31—Feb 14
Zone 11b—Dec 18—Feb 1
Zone 12a—Dec 4—Jan 18
Zone 12b—Dec 4—Jan 18
Zone 13a—Dec 4—Jan 18
Zone 13b—Dec 4—Jan 18

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to grow Wild Chives?

Wild Chives takes approximately 75 days from planting to harvest.

How much sun does Wild Chives need?

Wild Chives requires part.

How far apart should I plant Wild Chives?

Plant Wild Chives at 16/sqft (3" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.

Can Wild Chives survive frost?

Wild Chives is tolerant of heavy frost and can withstand freezing temperatures.

What are good companion plants for Wild Chives?

Good companion plants for Wild Chives include Carrot. Avoid planting near Bean, Pea.

How long does Wild Chives take to germinate?

Wild Chives seeds germinate in 14-28 days at an optimal temperature of 60°F.

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