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DESCRIPTION: Garlic Chives has masses of beautiful clusters of lightly-scented white star-shaped flowers at the ends of the stems from mid summer to mid fall, which are most effective when planted...
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DESCRIPTION: Garlic Chives has masses of beautiful clusters of lightly-scented white star-shaped flowers at the ends of the stems from mid summer to mid fall, which are most effective when planted in groupings. Its grassy leaves remain grayish green in colour throughout the season.
BOTANICAL NAME: Allium tuberosum
OTHER NAMES: Chinese Chives;Flowering Onion
AVERAGE HEIGHT: 60 cm
AVERAGE SPREAD: 30 cm
SUN EXPOSURE: Full Sun to Partial Shade
FLOWER COLOUR: White
FLOWERING TIME: Summer
FOLIAGE COLOUR: Olive green
COLD HARDINESS: Zone 2 ( Should survive up to -45.6° Celsius )
WATER NEEDS: Average
OTHER FEATURES: Attracts Butterflies, Bee Friendly, Deer Resistant, Edible- subtle garlic flavour
Landscape Attributes
Garlic Chives is an herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other garden plants with less refined foliage.
This is a high maintenance plant that will require regular care and upkeep, and should only be pruned after flowering to avoid removing any of the current season's flowers. It is a good choice for attracting butterflies to your yard, but is not particularly attractive to deer who tend to leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration:
- Invasive
- Self-Seeding
Garlic Chives is recommended for the following landscape applications:
- General Garden Use
- Herb Gardens
Planting & Growing
Garlic Chives will grow to be about 10 inches tall at maturity extending to 16 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 18 inches. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 8 years. It can be propagated by division.
This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments.
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