Days To Germinate: 10-14
Days To Maturity:   85
Planting Depth:   1/8 to 1/4 inch
Spacing, Plant: 18 inches
Light:  Full Sun

SOWING: Sow seeds directly into the garden from early Spring through Summer.  Plant in full sun in fairly rich well drained soil.  (Garlic chives also grow in light shade.)  Cover seed with 1/8- 1/4 inch fine soil firmed down.

THINNING AND TRANSPLANTING: Carefully thin or transplant seedlings 3 to 4 inches apart. Use thinned plants dried or fresh.

HARVEST:  Harvest outer leaves cutting just above ground level with a knife. Use leaves fresh or dry them before plants flower as they lose flavor and texture after that point.   Freeze for later use by snipping leaves into 2-inch pieces. Place in tightly sealed bags or containers.

SUGGESTIONS:  Keep plants well watered in summer. Divide crowded clumps every 2 years.   Snip leaves at the base frequently to encourage growth.

GARLIC CHIVES
Allium tuberosum

Perennial. Permanent-Plant. Chinese leeks. 85 days. Resembles regular chives, but leaves are flat and have a mild garlic flavor. Delicious in sauces and soups. Attractive umbels of delicate white flowers. Plant height 12-18 inches. Can be planted along with flowers, vegetables or other herbs in containers, beds and edgings. White flowers and grass-like leaves are attractive in the flower border. Season your favorite foods with this distinct, mild garlic flavor. Both the grass-like leaves and attractive white flowers are edible. Grow and use like chives. Add Garlic Chives to salads, soups, stir-fry, spreads, flavored vinegars, and a wide variety of ethnic recipes. Add leaves and flowers to perk up soups, sauces and salads with a hint of garlic. Freeze for later use by snipping leaves into 2-inch pieces. Easy to grow flavorful herb. Sow seeds directly into the garden from early Spring through Summer.