Wild Chives, Siberian Chives

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 15-30 cm (6-12 inches) tall, presenting Thin, hollow, grass-like leaves along with Small, star-shaped purple flowers arranged in clusters (umbels), followed by Capsule containing small, black seeds. These features are supported by a reliable Fibrous root system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to Europe, Asia, and North America, Wild Chives, Siberian Chives thrives in Prefers moist, well-drained soils, often found in grasslands and meadows at elevations around Typically found at elevations up to 2000 meters. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Wild Chives, Siberian Chives, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Loamy or sandy soil with good drainage with a soil pH of about 6.0-7.5.

Wild Chives, Siberian Chives needs watering,Moderate; can withstand short dry periods, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Prefers consistently moist but not waterlogged soil, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Water at the base to avoid wetting foliage supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Wild Chives, Siberian Chives performs best within 10-30 C (50-86 F). Its ideal growth occurs at around 15-20 C (59-68 F), though it tolerates ranges from -15 C (5 F) to 35 C (95 F). Additionally, maintaining Moderate humidity preferred encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Balanced, all-purpose fertilizer at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost or well-rotted manure enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves, stunted growth helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. After flowering to prevent self-seeding for Cut back the flowering stems tidies its appearance, while Every 2-3 years, if in a pot may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increase by 1 size up when repotting increase and a fresh Well-draining potting mix. for Staking or Support. Not typically required.

During Late fall through early spring, growth may slow and some Leaves may die back in winter and re-emerge in spring can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seed sowing and division of clumps and provide Sow seeds at a depth of 0.5-1 cm in spring; keep moist when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Use 10-15 cm leaf cuttings in early spring; place in water until roots develop to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisWild Chives, Siberian Chives problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Onion fly, aphids and remain vigilant against Fungal infections (mildew). Implementing Rotate crops, avoid waterlogging and applying Neem oil for pests, remove affected parts for diseases when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Carrots, tomatoes, and cabbage and shows May suppress some weeds, making it a flexible choice for various Edible landscaping, ground cover.

the Edible Parts: Leaves and flowers. Toxicty of Wild Chives, Siberian Chives, Non-toxic; safe for consumption. learning about its Harvest leaves as needed; flowers when in bloom, Used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish, and Rich in vitamins A and C, essential oils can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used for digestive issues or note its A common herb in many cuisines worldwide.

With an Not evaluated, proper No specific measures needed; widely available