Allium schoenoprasum (Chives) - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) is a herb plant with a spicy, pungent flavour. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of the Chives.

Bulletpoints
* spicy, pungent flavour * suitable for growing in pots * easy to care for

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. The dark green leaves have a spicy, pungent flavour.

Growth
Nest-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Seed
Sowing outdoors from April to August.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from May to November - Sowing outdoors: In the period from April to August.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the aroma of herbs! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Tubs, cottage garden, consumption, cooking, salad, sauce/dip