Allium schoenoprasum L.
Chives
Chives are perennial plants that grow to about 25 centimeters tall. They have slender, conical bulbs and hollow, tubular stems called scapes, which can be up to 50 centimeters long. The leaves are grass-like and shorter than the scapes. Chives produce pale purple, star-shaped flowers that bloom in dense inflorescences of 10-30 together. The flowers are surrounded by a papery bract before opening and produce seeds in small, three-valved capsules.
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Asparagales
Amaryllidaceae
Allium
Chives contain sulfur compounds that are repellent to most insects. They also provide a great deal of nectar for pollinators, making them an attractive plant for bees.
Chives are commonly used as a flavoring herb and vegetable with a mild onion-like flavor. They can be used fresh or dried in various dishes, including omelettes, fish, potatoes, soups, and salads. The flowers can be used as a garnish or to make blossom vinegars. Chives are also known for their insect-repellent properties and can be planted to keep pests away from other plants.
April to May in the southern parts of its habitat zones and in June in the northern parts.
25 centimeters
Pale purple
Chives are native to temperate areas of Europe, Asia, and North America. They thrive in well-drained soil rich in organic matter with a pH of 6-7 and full sun. They can be grown from seed or propagated by division.
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