Chives come back reliably every spring with almost no input, making them one of the lowest-maintenance herbs you can grow.
Chives are a low-maintenance perennial herb that dies back in winter and returns reliably each spring, needing little beyond an occasional split when clumps get congested. Trimming off the flower heads once they fade keeps leaf production going for longer.
Sowing & growing calendar
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harvest | Harvest in May | Harvest in June | Harvest in July | Harvest in August | Harvest in September | Harvest in October | ||||||
| Job | Job in March |
Care details
- Job In March
Divide congested clumps as growth restarts.
- Harvest May – October
Snip leaves close to the base; trim off flower heads once they fade to keep leaves coming.
Growing tips & common problems
- Divide congested clumps every few years in spring to keep growth vigorous.
- Trim off flower heads once they fade to keep the plant producing tender new leaves.
- Snip whole stems close to the base with scissors, rather than picking leaves individually.
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