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Allium tuberosum

Garlic Chives (Chineses Chives)

Tiny, star-shaped blooms with brown, striped tepals top leafless stems. Chive-like, green foliage may be used in cooking like chives.

  • »  Clump forming perennial
  • »  Chive-like, gray-green foliage
  • »  Tiny, white, star-shaped flowers with brown, striped tepals
  • »  Flowers appear in loose clusters
  • »  All parts of the plant have an oniony smell
  • »  Bloom Time: August to September

9cm Potted
$8.75
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:30-40 cm
  • Spread:30-60 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Fast
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Edible
• Drought Tolerant
• Fragrant
• Heat Tolerant
• Xeriscape
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
• Rooftop (extensive)
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Allium tuberosum

Used for both culinary and ornamental purposes it is easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade.