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Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Care Guide

Care guide for Chives: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.

Chives

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⚠️ Chives is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.

Care at a glance

WaterWater roughly every 7 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.
TemperatureTemperate: 12-24 °C (54-75 °F).
SoilWell-draining mix, neutral pH (7.5-8.0).
Growthfast growth. Mature height ~0.9 m (3.0 ft).
Origin

Native to: Afghanistan, Alaska, Albania, Alberta, Altay, Austria.

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Reference guidance based on the species' botanical profile; adjust to your home conditions.