Staro chives produce thicker leaves than other varieties, making it a good choice for preservation uses, like freezing. Blooms are a purplish color. Perennial.
Chives – Staro – Allium schoenoprasum
Soil & Water: Chives like loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Water evenly and moderately while establishing.
Planting & Growing: Start 4-6 weeks before the last frost or sow directly once soils have reached 55F. Chives grow slowly and usually need about a year of growth before they can be routinely harvested. They can be potted and moved indoors to provide a fresh supply for cooking all year.
Harvesting & Storage: Snip leaves when large enough to use. The flowers are also edible and have a mild oniony flavor. Harvest flowers before they open completely to avoid reseeding tendencies.
Soil Temperature: 60-85FPlanting Depth: 1/16″Germination: 7-14 DaysHeight At Maturity: 12-18″Days To Maturity: 75-85 DaysSun/Shade: Full SunSpacing After Thinning: 5-8″Approx Seeds per Pack: 100 Seeds
Product image(s) via: Johnny’s Seeds, Prides Corner Farms
