How to Grow Chives Microgreens
Allium schoenoprasum
Your complete guide to growing Chives Microgreens.
📷 Wikipedia: ChivesWhen to Plant Chives Microgreens
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 2 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 3 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 4 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 5 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 6 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 7 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 8 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 9 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 10 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 11 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 12 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 13 | January – December | — | January – December |
Companion Plants for Chives Microgreens
✓ Good companions
Chives deter flea beetles and cabbage worms from brassica crops
Chives help deter carrot fly and other root pests
Compatible growing conditions and chives deter aphids that attack lettuce
Compatible herbs with similar growing requirements
Chives repel aphids and may enhance pepper growth
Chives repel aphids and black spot, classic rose companion
Chives improve strawberry flavor and repel harmful insects
Chives repel aphids and may improve tomato flavor and growth
✗ Keep away from
Chives may compete aggressively and inhibit asparagus spear development
Chives may inhibit bean growth and nitrogen fixation
Alliums like chives can stunt pea growth and development
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
