CHIVES
DAYS TO SPROUT
DAYS TO
SPROUT
7-21 DAYS
MATURES IN
MATURES
IN
75-85 DAYS
TASTE IT FOR
TASTE IT
FOR
8-12 WEEKS
CARE & HARVEST
Cut the scapes down to one to two inches of the base once chives are at least 4 inches tall. If the plant flowers harvest to prevent it from going to seed. The flowers are edible.
Store wrapped loosely in paper towel in the veggie draw of the refrigerator.
QUICK FACTS
This member of the onion family is native to Asia and Europe. The botanical name comes from a Greek word meaning ‘reed-like leek’
- Positively benefits blood circulation and digestive system.
- Good source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
- Contain high levels of vitamin C.
Chives pair well with seafood and are a great garnish for cream soups, eggs, potato or macaroni salad. If the plant goes to flower these can be used on salads.
ORIGIN // This member of the onion family is native to Asia and Europe. The botanical name comes from a Greek word meaning ‘reed-like leek’
QUALITIES // Chives have many health benefits:
- Positively benefits blood circulation and digestive system.
- Good source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
- Contain high levels of vitamin C.
USE // Chives pair well with seafood and are a great garnish for cream soups, eggs, potato or macaroni salad. If the plant goes to flower these can be used on salads.
HARVEST TO PLATE RECIPE
Fresh chive vinaigrette
Photo / Recipe Source: Bon Appetit
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 small garlic clove, finely chopped
- Kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar or fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 8 cups salad greens and fresh herb leaves and tender stems
