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A perennial plant, A. schoenoprasum is widespread in nature across much of Eurasia and North America. It is the only species of Allium native to both the New and the Old Worlds. The leaves and flowers are edible. Chives are a commonly used herb and vegetable with a variety of culinary uses. They are also used to repel insects.
To do so, carefully dig up the chives and gently separate the clumps into smaller sections. Each section should have a few bulbs and leaves. Once divided, replant the bulbs with the pointy side ...
Chives can even be tucked unobtrusively into a shrub border or slipped into an open spot in a flower bed. Here, their gorgeous lavender-colored flowers can shine, while you enjoy a steady supply ...
Available in shades of red and pink, these flowers bloom for weeks. Make sure to plant where there’s good air circulation around them, or they tend to get powdery mildew. Fast Facts
Allium flavum (yellow) and Allium carinatum (purple). Allium is a large genus of monocotyledonous flowering plants with around 1000 accepted species, [4] [5] making Allium the largest genus in the family Amaryllidaceae and amongst the largest plant genera in the world. [6]
Allium senescens, commonly called aging chive, [4] German garlic, or broadleaf chives, [3] is a species of flowering plant in the genus Allium (which includes all the ornamental and culinary onions and garlic).
Of course, while chives are a great plant for beginner gardeners, you should know a few things before starting a new crop. Here, we spoke with experts to identify the best way to harvest them, as ...
Plant type Common name Latin name Perennial/annual Begin bloom month End bloom month Monofloral honey Availability Nectar production F Anise hyssop [4] Agastache foeniculum: Perennial 7 10 no feral minor (1858–2787 kg/ha) [6] F Blue bugle, bugleherb, bugleweed, carpetweed, common bugle [4] Ajuga reptans: Perennial 5 6 feral minor F Chives [4]