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Chives - Garlic
Allium Tuberosum
12 - 18" (30 - 46 cm)
10 - 20" (25 - 51 cm)
4-8
Perennial
Full Sun
Keep Well Watered
Fertile, Well Drained Soil
Garlic Chives are recognized for their savory garlic-like flavor and versatile culinary applications. Native to Asia, these chives are part of the onion family and are sometimes referred to as Chinese chives, Oriental garlic, or Chinese leeks.
Distinct from common chives, garlic chives feature flat, strap-like leaves with a mild, garlic-infused taste.
Many value garlic chives for their pungent yet milder garlic flavor, making them a popular addition to various dishes. The leaves are commonly used fresh or cooked to impart a gentle garlic taste to stir-fries, soups, dumplings, salads, and savory pancakes.