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Growing Wild Chives in Zone 11a

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

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Dec 31Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days)

Zone11a
Last FrostJan 28
First FrostDec 22
Season Length328 days
Days to Harvest75
Sunpart
Frost ToleranceHeavy
Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)

When to Plant Wild Chives in Zone 11a

Harvest: Feb 14

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

Fall Planting: Nov 24

For a fall harvest, plant Wild Chives around Nov 24 (4 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

❌ Bean❌ Pea

Plan Your Wild Chives Garden

Track Wild Chives from seed to harvest with personalized frost dates, watering recommendations, and companion planting visualization.

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