Chives

Allium schoenoprasum

• Position: full sun
• Soil: fertile, moist well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: fast-growing
• Flowering period: July to August
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  One of the main reasons for growing chives is to harvest the edible leaves, which enhance the flavour of many savoury dishes. This vigorous plant also produces clumps of brilliant pink, button-like summer flowers. Its perfect for a sunny, well-drained border or gravel garden.
  
  
• Garden care: Split and divide large clumps in autumn or spring.