Garlic Chives

• Garlic chives are a hardy perennial that can be started outdoors as soon as the ground is warm and dry enough to till.
• This plant looks like thick grass, but each "blade" or leaf has a mild garlicky flavor that is best eaten raw in salads or cooked in soups and stews.

• Chives like lots of sun, but they will grow in semi-shade. They do well in any soil and will tolerate dry conditions.
• Plant the seeds ¼ inch (6 mm) deep and 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
• The blades can reach 1 foot (30 cm) high or more, but will start to taste very hot.
• The plant will send up thicker blades with white flowers at the top.
• The bloom lasts well and looks nice mixed with other flowers for showing in August and September.
• If the flowers are left on the plant, it will reseed itself easily.
• You can dry chives easily, and they retain a lot of their flavor.

Fascinating Facts!

1. Garlic chives are a type of herb that is commonly used in Asian cuisine, especially in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean dishes.
2. They are also known as Chinese chives or Allium tuberosum.
3. Garlic chives have a mild garlic flavor and a delicate onion-like taste, making them a versatile ingredient in cooking.
4. These chives are easy to grow in home gardens and can be planted in the spring or fall.
5. They are known for their health benefits, such as reducing inflammation and improving digestion.
6. In traditional Chinese medicine, garlic chives are believed to have properties that can help treat a variety of health conditions, such as high blood pressure and colds.
7. Garlic chives are not only delicious but also beautiful, with their attractive white flowers and dark green leaves.

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