Chives Seeds
Allium Schoenoprasum
What's not like about these very useful cut herbs? From their pompon-like lilac flowers to their delicious light onion taste which is still half a firm favourite of our favourite dip for crisps.
Approx 200 seeds
- Pot Fans
- Grow Your Own
- Most Light Conditions
- Fuss Free
Perfect for pots or garden borders, chives are easy to grow and maintain. Their soft, slender leaves add a fresh taste to dishes, while their pom-pom-like flowers attract pollinators and brighten any garden space.
Delivered within 2-5 working days via our standard delivery
Standard Delivery
For standard delivery, we’ll work with our delivery partners to ensure you receive your delivery within 2-5 working days.
Express Delivery
You can also send this item the next day, just place the order before 11 am and we'll get it sent out the same day to arrive the following day.
Gifting
Want to send this as a gift? We can include a handwritten note, just add what you'd like to write at checkout.
If you’re worried about your delivery or have any other questions please get in touch at [email protected] and one of our team will come back to you as soon as we can.
For more information on our shipping services, have a look at our FAQs.
Perfect for pots or garden borders, chives are easy to grow and maintain. Their soft, slender leaves add a fresh taste to dishes, while their pom-pom-like flowers attract pollinators and brighten any garden space.
Delivered within 2-5 working days via our standard delivery
Standard Delivery
For standard delivery, we’ll work with our delivery partners to ensure you receive your delivery within 2-5 working days.
Express Delivery
You can also send this item the next day, just place the order before 11 am and we'll get it sent out the same day to arrive the following day.
Gifting
Want to send this as a gift? We can include a handwritten note, just add what you'd like to write at checkout.
If you’re worried about your delivery or have any other questions please get in touch at [email protected] and one of our team will come back to you as soon as we can.
For more information on our shipping services, have a look at our FAQs.
Grow in Your Garden
Calendar
How to Grow
Sow chive seeds thinly in well-drained soil from early spring. Keep moist and thin seedlings to allow space for growth.
Sowing
Sow seeds directly in warm, damp well drained soil lightly covered. Keep in a sunny spot until germination.
Growing
Thin seedlings to allow clumps to form and keep soil consistently moist as the plants establish. Chives thrive in full sun, though they will tolerate light shade. Regular trimming encourages fresh, tender growth and prevents the plant from becoming too woody.
Plant care
Water during dry spells and divide clumps every 2–3 years to keep perennial chives vigorous. Remove faded flower heads to prevent self-seeding unless you want new plants to spread. Chives grow happily in pots or garden beds and return reliably each year with little maintenance.
About Chive
Ideal for containers or garden beds, chives thrive in most light conditions and come back year after year.
- Pot Fans
- Grow Your Own
- Most Light Conditions
- Fuss Free
Eventual height & spread
History of Chive
Historically, chives were planted to deter pests and were believed to protect homes from evil when hung indoors. Their culinary and ornamental value makes them a beloved garden herb.
| Other Names | Chives, Cive, Onion Grass, Schnittlaugh, Seithes + Seives |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Known to be toxic |
FAQs
Sow outdoors from early spring once the soil is workable.
Yes, chives do well in pots with good drainage.
Leaves can be harvested about 8-10 weeks after sowing.