Chives is the common name of Allium schoenoprasum species, from Alliaceae family.
Blooming chives
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Features of Chives
Height to 12-18 inches. Spread to 12-18 inches. Zone 3-9. Perennial.
cylindrical, hollow, long, onion-scented leaf.
clustered, globular, purple flower in summer.
Growing Chives
Propagate »
- by root division during spring and autumn.
- by seed during spring. Sow seeds in situ.
Using Chives
Culinary
Dairy products
Add chopped leaves to cream cheese. (Use leaf)
Fish and seafood
Combine well with smoked salmon. (Use leaf)
Salad
Add to salads. (Use leaf, flower)
Sauce
Add onion flavour to sauces and sour cream. (Use leaf)
Soup
Add chopped leaves to soups. (Use leaf)
Traditional Remedies
Traditional remedies may or may not be supported by scientific evidences.
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