Allium schoenoprasum

Common Chives

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Perennial herb in Amaryllidaceae family. Hollow cylindrical green leaves with purple spherical flower heads. Popular culinary seasoning with mild onion taste.
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Plant Details

Common Name Common Chives
Family Amaryllidaceae
Genus Allium
Species Schoenoprasum
Origin Europe / Asia
Blooming Spring to early summer, purple umbels
Leaf Color Bright green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter

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Watering

Keep moist during active growth, allow surface to dry slightly between waterings

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade; requires light for optimal flavor development

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer annually in spring before new growth emerges

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Pruning

Harvest leaves regularly near base; cut flower stalks if foliage production is priority

Pest Control Aphid Onion Fly Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 6 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
6000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 2800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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