growing chives

Growing Zones for Chives

Growing Zones for Chives

Chives are a versatile and easy-to-grow herb, thriving in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 10. This wide range makes them suitable for many regions. Here are some examples of US  
Cheese & Chive Frittata

Cheese & Chive Frittata

I had just come in from the garden where I’d been harvesting Garlic chives for brunch when the phone rang. Those six friends I’d been expecting had run into four  
Harvesting your Chives

Harvesting your Chives

You can start harvesting chive leaves once they’re about 5 to 6 inches high. Just cut the leaves, and leave a few inches behind if you want them to regrow.  
Growing Chives in Containers

Growing Chives in Containers

Chives are easy to grow in containers, indoors or out. If you’re tight on space, you can grow them in a little container on your windowsill, or in a larger  
Where to Grow Chives

Where to Grow Chives

Chives like a full day of sun—six to eight hours. They’ll do OK in partial shade, too, but you are likely to get fewer flowers that way. The soil should  
Growing Chives from Seeds or Starts

Growing Chives from Seeds or Starts

You can grow chives from seeds, starts, or divisions (splits). If you have a fellow gardener with an ever-expanding chive patch, you could offer to help divide the plants and