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Posted 06/01/2023 in Bulb

Allium tuberosum

Edible and ornamental - the best of both worlds! Flat bladed foliage can be chopped and diced to be used in stir-frys, stews, egg dishes, or as a substitute for the earlier developing chives.

Post Details

Latin Name
Allium tuberosum
Common Name
Garlic Chives
Planting Zone
Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
1-1.5 ft
Spread
1-2 ft
Suggested Uses
Cottage Garden
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Edible and ornamental - the best of both worlds! Flat bladed foliage can be chopped and diced to be used in stir-frys, stews, egg dishes, or as a substitute for the earlier developing chives.

Special Care Instructions

Deadhead flowers before seed to control spreading. Self seeds easily.

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