Chives

Allium schoenoprasum, Amaryllidaceae

Zones

3a–9b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorProducerPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

FigFicus carica

Pest Deterrent

Brown Turkey FigFicus carica

Pest Deterrent

Black Mission FigFicus carica

Pest Deterrent

Kadota FigFicus carica

Pest Deterrent

Indeterminate TomatoSolanum lycopersicum Indeterminate

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Blue Gum EucalyptusEucalyptus globulus

Eucalyptus produces allelopathic compounds that inhibit growth of most herbaceous plants including alliums

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

LeavesFlowers

Common Questions

What zones does Chives grow in?

Chives grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 9b.

What are good companion plants for Chives?

Good companions for Chives include Fig, Brown Turkey Fig, Black Mission Fig, Kadota Fig, Indeterminate Tomato.

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