Chives 'Chives Gonzales' – Allium schoenoprasum

'Chive Gonzales' is a perennial, vigorous herb with good resistance to rust. Its dark green, strong stalks grow very prolifically and are also suitable for outdoor cultivation. Its purple flowers are equally tasty and also an attractive focal point and insect magnet.

Details:
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: end of February to beginning of May
Planting outdoors: mid-March to July
Germination time: 14-28 days at 15-18°C
Sowing depth: 2-2.5 cm

Height: approx. 50 cm
Planting distance: 30 x 25 cm
Harvest time: May to November

Soil: humus, nutrient-rich
Fertilization: Organic fertilizer
Location: Sun, partial shade
Water consumption: medium, regular

Growing tips:
Chives prefer humus- and nutrient-rich soils in sunny to partially shaded locations. After sowing, the seeds should be pressed down well and kept moist. Sowing in pots can also be done year-round.
Harvesting is done with a sharp blade from spring to late autumn, and in pots throughout the winter. In the first year, the stalks are still relatively tender; in the second year, they are much stronger and easier to harvest.

Mixed culture:
Good neighbors: Spinach, carrots, parsnips, celery, kohlrabi, bulb fennel, white cabbage
Bad neighbors: Beans, broccoli, peas, coriander, beetroot, garden cress

Use:
Chives taste best freshly harvested, in quark, dips, butter, and salads. They should not be heated for too long in warm dishes to preserve as much of their healthy nutrients as possible, such as vitamin C. The flowers are edible and a popular garnish.

Sachet contents: approx. 1.2 g
Store in a cool, dry place.