Growing Wild Chives in Zone 8b
Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Wild Chives. Last frost: Mar 22. First frost: Nov 10.
Planting Calendar
Feb 22Nov 10
Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 days)
Zone8b
Last FrostMar 22
First FrostNov 10
Season Length233 days
Days to Harvest75
Sunpart
Frost ToleranceHeavy
Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)
When to Plant Wild Chives in Zone 8b
Harvest: Apr 8
First harvest approximately Apr 8 (~45 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10). Wild Chives can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.
Fall Planting: Oct 13
For a fall harvest, plant Wild Chives around Oct 13 (4 weeks before first frost).
Companion Planting
❌ Bean❌ Pea
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