Chinese chives are an aromatic plant little known in France, but they have many culinary and ornamental virtues. Here is what you need to know about these Chinese chive seeds:
Description:
- Chinese chives are a cousin of chives and common garlic chives. It is a perennial garlic that produces abundant white umbels at the end of summer, adding an elegant touch to your garden.
- It is distinguished by its dense tufts and dazzling flowering, making it a perfect plant for flowerbed edges or decorative pots. It can also be grown in a pot, provided the container is well-drained and at least 25 to 30 cm in diameter.
Culinary use:
- The flavor of Chinese chives resembles garlic, but milder. It can be eaten raw or cooked and is used in the same way as chives.
- Fresh, tender leaves can be chopped and added to salads, sauces, omelets, vegetables, meats, and even mayonnaise.
- Cooked, they can be incorporated into quiches, stews, or vegetable sautés. The flowers, with a slight garlic flavor, are also edible and can be used to decorate raw vegetable dishes or salads.
Growing tips:
- Chinese chives prefer a sunny or partially shaded exposure in southern regions. They thrive in light, cool soil rich in humus.
- The seeds are sown from February to April for a harvest 3 to 4 months later, or in July-August for a spring harvest.
Commitment to Quality: At SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we are committed to providing the highest quality seeds, reproducible, non-hybrid, and suited to our region near the Auvergne Volcanoes. Our seeds are carefully selected, sorted, stored, and packaged without any chemical treatment to ensure the pleasure of amateur gardeners.
Add Chinese chives to your garden to discover new flavors and beautify your outdoor space with its beautiful white flowers!
