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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 1aApr 27Jun 11
Zone 1bApr 27Jun 11
Zone 2aApr 17Jun 1
Zone 2bApr 27Jun 11
Zone 3aApr 24Jun 8
Zone 3bApr 17Jun 1
Zone 4aApr 7May 22
Zone 4bApr 3May 18
Zone 5aMar 31May 15
Zone 5bMar 31May 15
Zone 6aMar 31May 15
Zone 6bMar 18May 2
Zone 7aMar 18May 2
Zone 7bMar 13Apr 27
Zone 8aMar 8Apr 22
Zone 8bFeb 22Apr 8
Zone 9aFeb 20Apr 6
Zone 9bFeb 10Mar 27
Zone 10aJan 23Mar 9
Zone 10bDec 31Feb 14
Zone 11aDec 31Feb 14
Zone 11bDec 18Feb 1
Zone 12aDec 4Jan 18
Zone 12bDec 4Jan 18
Zone 13aDec 4Jan 18
Zone 13bDec 4Jan 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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