Herb Garlic Chives Seeds
Garlic chives, or Chinese chives, differ from ordinary chives in having flat leaves and a delicate mild garlic flavour. They can be used in salads and stews as well as fish, egg or meat dishes. The blossom buds are a Chinese delicacy and can be eaten raw or stir fried. This hardy perennial is easy to grow and ideal for pots or borders. Sow these seeds in spring in a good seed compost, just covering the seed with compost. Germination usually takes 14-21 days at 19-21C. Transplant the seedlings when large enough to handle, planting 4 seedlings in each 7.5cm pot. When well rooted move to a cold frame and plant out 20cm apart. Plant each potful so the soil level in the pot is about 5cm below the ground. For best results plant in a sunny spot in rich fertile, well drained soil. The following spring draw up the soil around the plants and a first cut can be made 3-4 weeks later.
Filed under: herb seeds on March 15th, 2008