Garlic Chives

Garlic Chives are tall and upright with wide, flat leaves that have a strong garlic flavor. In organic gardens, they are used repel aphids and attract beneficial insects. They are shown here with Echinacea 'Ruby Star'.

Allium tuberosum produces clusters of starry white flowers in late August. I read that the famous English plantsman, Christopher Lloyd, grew them in his garden to come up through The Fairy rose. So I planted garlic chives around my Portmeiron rose. They make a great pair!

Garlic Chives reseed excessively unless deadheaded. Also known as Chinese Chives. Deer-resistant.

Hardiness Zones: 3-9

Height: 24"

Spacing: 6"

Light: Full sun

Sowing Garlic Chives Seeds

Sow garlic chives seeds outdoors in the spring. Or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Lightly cover the seeds with soil.