Garlic Chives -

(Allium tuberosum)

Herb Plants

Other Common Names: Oriental Garlic, Nira, Chinese Chives, Chinese Leek, Flat Chives
Family: Alliaceae Genus: Allium Species: tuberosum

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Plant Type: Herb, Perennial

Temp / Zone: Zone 3A · -40° to -35° F, Zone 3B · -35° to -30° F, Zone 4A · -30° to -25° F, Zone 4B · -25° to -20° F, Zone 5A · -20° to -15° F, Zone 5B · -15° to -10° F, Zone 6A · -10° to -5° F, Zone 6B · -5° to 0° F, Zone 7A · 0° to 5° F, Zone 7B · 5° to 10° F, Zone 8A · 10° to 15° F, Zone 8B · 15° to 20° F

Sun Exposure: Full / Mostly Sun

Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand, Silt

Soil Drainage: Well Drained, Moderately Drained

Water Needs: Low

Level of Care: Low

Growth Rates: Moderate

Flower Color: White

Attracts: Butterflies, Wildlife

Foliage Color: Dark Green, Yellow

Average Width: .5' to 1'

Average Height: 0' to 1'

Fragrances: Fragrant Flowers

Season of Color: Summer Blooms

Resistant To: Deer Resistant, Disease, Drought, Heat, Insect, Mildew

Landscape Uses: Border / Edger, Containers / Planters, Mass Planting, Outdoor Living Areas, Perennial Garden, Small Groups

Growth Habits: Clumping, Grassy, Low-Growing

Theme Gardens: Butterfly, Cottage, Herb, Perennial

Culinary Usages: Cheeses, Eggs, Garnish, Meat, Pasta Dishes, Potatoes, Salads / Sandwiches, Sauces / Salsa, Soups / Stews, Vegetable Dishes

Soil pH: 6.5, 7

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