Image: Antti Henttonen (CC BY-NC) via iNaturalist
Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Allium schoenoprasum
Chives
Flower Color
Description
A small, bulbous perennial forming a clump of upright, narrowly cylindrical, hollow, onion-scented leaves up to 30cm tall. Rounded umbels of light purple bell-shaped flowers are held above the foliage. It is a popular and easy-to-use herb, both leaves and flowers are edible. Small flowers are also rich in nectar, attracting bees and other pollinators
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantGenerally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsWildlife gardens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1LP008010V0011Z00010 | €2.00 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.