A useful and pretty herb which is easy to grow in pots or in the ground. With a mild onion flavour both the leaves and flowers are edible. Can also be grown indoors on the kitchen windowsill. Chives contain more Vitamin a than any other member of the allium family. They also contain Vitamin C and K.
 
When to Sow: Jan - Dec
 
HOW TO SOW CHIVES:
Sow in Pots all year round -onto most compost covering with 0.5cm of soil. Ideal temp 15-20C. Sow Outdoors - Mar- May - in final position into prepared ground covering with 0.5cm of soil.
 
Classification: Perennial
Easy To grow
Germination Time: 2-3 Weeks
Harvest Time: Jan- Dec
Site: Full/ Partial Sun
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: No special care needed
Harvest: pick a few leaves from each plant cutting back to no more than 5cm from the ground.
Days to Maturity:75-90 Days 
Group: Herbs
Height: 20cm
Plant Spacing: 20cm