Onion Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are a popular perennial chive variety known for their thin, hollow leaves and mild onion flavor. This hardy plant grows well in containers, garden beds, and borders, producing vibrant leaves and attractive purple spherical flowers during bloom.
These Non-GMO seeds are easy to grow, cold tolerant, and suitable for gardeners of all levels across a wide range of climates in the USA. Once established, Onion Chives regrow every year, offering continuous leafy harvests throughout the growing season with minimal care.
Features
- Perennial chives with mild onion flavor
- Thin, hollow leaf structure with dense growth
- Non-GMO, natural and untreated seed type
- Produces attractive purple flower clusters
- Suitable for containers, raised beds, and garden borders
- Beginner-friendly with excellent cold tolerance
Specifications
- Seed Type: Natural, untreated, Non-GMO perennial
- USDA Growing Zones: Best suitable for Zones 3–9
- Sun Requirement: Full sun to partial sun
- Best Growing Season: Spring or Fall planting
- Germination Time: Typically 10–20 days
- Soil Requirement: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Plant Height: Grows approximately 10–20 inches tall
- Blooming Period: Spring to early Summer with purple flower heads
- Harvest Time: Continuous leaf harvest after mature growth
- Ideal For: Containers, kitchen gardens, borders, and raised beds
Planting Guide
- Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or sow outdoors when soil warms
- Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep in moist, well-drained soil
- Keep soil consistently moist until germination occurs
- Provide full sun or partial sun for healthy growth
- Thin seedlings and allow 6–12 inches spacing to encourage strong growth
- Avoid overwatering; allow topsoil to dry slightly between watering
- Begin harvesting leaves when plants reach 6–8 inches tall
- Cut back after flowers fade to promote fresh leaf regrowth