When to plant chives in zone 10b
In zone 10b, the last spring frost usually comes around Jan 15 and the first fall frost around Dec 31. Here is when to plant chives.
Note: chives usually need colder winters than zone 10b gets.
Start seeds indoorsNov 20
Plant in the bedJan 1
Start pickingMar 2
Your chives calendar for zone 10b
- Nov 20: Start chives seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Jan 1: Plant chives in the bed
- Mar 2: 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 10b. 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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