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Chives - Medium Leaf - 50 seeds
Chives - Medium Leaf - 50 seeds
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Medium leaf chives, also known as garlic chives, are a type of herb that are similar in appearance to regular chives but have a slightly different flavour profile. They have flat, grass-like leaves that are wider than regular chives and a delicate garlic flavour with a hint of sweetness. Like regular chives, they are often used in cooking as a garnish or to add flavour to dishes. However, garlic chives are particularly well-suited for Asian cuisine and are commonly used in Chinese and Vietnamese dishes. They can be chopped finely and used in stir-fries, soups, and dumplings, or used as a flavourful addition to salads and dressings. Garlic chives are also a good source of vitamins A and C, and contain antioxidants that may help protect against certain types of cancer. They are easy to grow and can be grown indoors or outdoors.
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Planting Guide
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Sowing and Growing Guide
Chives Medium Leaf
Indoor Sowing:
- Sow seeds indoors in trays or pots around 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost.
- Fill the tray or pots with seed-starting mix and sprinkle the seeds on top. Cover with a thin layer of soil.
- Keep the soil moist and place the tray or pots in a warm, bright location or under grow lights.
- The seeds should germinate within 7-14 days.
- Thin the seedlings to about 2-3 inches apart when they have developed their first true leaves.
- Transplant the seedlings to larger pots when they outgrow their starter containers, or move them outdoors when the soil has warmed up and there is no longer a risk of frost.
Outdoor Sowing:
- Sow seeds outdoors in early spring or fall, when the soil temperature has reached at least 60°F (15.5°C).
- Choose a sunny or partially shaded location with well-draining soil.
- Plant the seeds in shallow trenches about 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart. Cover with a thin layer of soil.
- Keep the soil moist and thin the seedlings to about 6 inches apart when they have developed their first true leaves.
- Harvest the chives when they are about 6-8 inches tall, leaving at least 2 inches of foliage to allow the plant to continue growing.
Growing:
- Chives prefer well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Add organic matter such as compost or aged manure to improve soil quality.
- Water the plants regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilize the plants every 4-6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
- Pinch back the flowers when they appear to encourage the plant to produce more leaves.
- Harvest the chives by cutting the leaves with scissors or pruning shears, leaving at least 2 inches of foliage to allow the plant to continue growing.