Large Leaf Chinese Chives are a cold-resistant, fast-growing vegetable ideal for cooler climates. Known for their high yields and robust growth, these chives feature dark green, 1 cm wide leaves with a mild, onion-like flavor. Perfect for gardens and containers, they thrive in both spring and fall, offering fresh, flavorful greens for a variety of dishes. A must-have for any vegetable garden!
Chives (Chinese large Leaf) seeds 60 seeds, perennial
Sowing Month: (Zone 5/Ottawa)
(Spring and Autumn Planting) Direct seeding in mid-to-late March (sowing as soon as the land thaws, with protective film or greenhouse covering to increase the temperature to help germination) or indoor seedlings first, direct seeding in late August
Growth temperature: The optimum temperature for germination is 15-18℃ (59-64.5℉)
The optimum temperature for growth is 15-25℃ (59-77℉)
Planting method: hole sowing, 8 seeds per hole, about 15 cm apart,
Light: No strong light required
Growth cycle: Harvest 70 days after sowing Or harvest when the chives are 25-30 cm tall
Harvesting method: Cut the leaves and eat
Whether to survive the winter: Leave the roots to survive the winter, the first year of chives covered with film for protection during the winter