When to plant chives in zone 10a
In zone 10a, the last spring frost usually comes around Jan 31 and the first fall frost around Dec 20. Here is when to plant chives.
Note: chives usually need colder winters than zone 10a gets.
Start seeds indoorsDec 6
Plant in the bedJan 17
Start pickingMar 18
Your chives calendar for zone 10a
- Dec 6: Start chives seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Jan 17: Plant chives in the bed
- Mar 18: Start picking chives
Comes back every year. The purple flowers are edible.
Spacing in a raised bed: 9 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 10a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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