Chive Seeds

Chive Seeds

Chives are a hardy perennial herb that’s easy to grow and incredibly useful in the kitchen. A member of the onion seed family, their mild, savoury leaves are perfect for garnishing everything from baked potatoes to omelettes. In the summer, they produce delicate purple flowers that make these aromatic herbs as attractive to pollinators as they are to gardeners.

Ideal for growing in pots, borders, or alongside a wide selection of vegetable seeds, chives also serve a practical purpose by deterring pests such as carrot root fly. Once established, they’ll regrow each year with minimal effort, making them a reliable and rewarding choice for any garden. 

Explore our full Chive seed collection below to find your favourite. Or, for even easier homegrown flavour that can take your recipes to the next level, explore our complete collection of indoor herbs and herb seeds.

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When to Plant Chive Seeds

Chive seeds can be sown indoors all year round, making them an excellent option for windowsill growing. For outdoor crops, sow from March to May, once the soil has started to warm up. If starting indoors, seedlings should be gradually hardened off before being planted outside after the risk of frost has passed.

How to Grow Chive Seeds

Sow your Chive seeds 0.5cm (1/4in) deep in small pots of compost. Water them well and place them in a warm 

position. A temperature of 15-20°C (60-68°F) is ideal. Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Grow on in cooler but not cold conditions. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts) before planting 20cm (8in) apart. 

Alternatively, sow them outdoors where they are to crop, 0.5cm (1/4in) deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Thin seedlings to 20cm (8in) apart when they germinate. Chives can also be grown indoors on a windowsill all year round.

To harvest, cut leaves once 15cm (6in) tall in June for outdoor crops or at any time for indoor crops. Pick a few leaves from each plant so they regrow quickly.

Buy Chive Seeds at Fothergill’s

Fresh, homegrown chives make all the difference! Whether you sprinkle them over salads or stir them into soups, these flavourful herbs are a must-have for any garden. With top-quality seeds and full growing instructions, we make it easy to grow your own. Order your Chive seeds today and get fast UK delivery from just £2.45!