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Chinese Green Chives


Description of the variety

The leaves are dark green in color. The leaves are wide and thick. The stem above ground is around 12 cm tall. Upright. Suitable for dense planting. The taste is pungent. Fast growing. High yielding, Tolerant to heat.

Chinese chives (Allium tuberosum), also known as garlic chives, are a staple in Asian kitchens. Unlike Western chives, their leaves are flat and broader, and they emit a subtle garlicky aroma. It is a low-maintenance crop that thrives in a variety of soils and climates, making it ideal for home gardens and commercial growing. Once established, Chinese chives can be harvested continuously for years.

Planting Guidelines

Plant earlier at the appropriate time. Sowing at the average daytime temperature of 12 - 18 degree Celsius.

If the planting area is less, the seedlings can be prepared and transplanted. Broadcasting is applied for bigger plantation scale.

Before sowing, apply enough base fertilizer and fine plouging the soil. Sow the seed and cover with 1.5 cm tall soil.

Keep the soil with good moisture to assist the emergence. During the seedlings' growth, pay attention to the fertilization and irrigation. Use the composite fertilizer.

Additional Remarks

Chinese chives are long-lived and easy to grow, making them a rewarding addition to any herb garden. Their flavor intensifies with age, and it is good to harvest before flowering.

Diseases Information

Planting Timetable

MONTH JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
SOWING
TRANSPLANTING
HARVEST

The above schedule is based on the Sydney lowland area

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