Chives - Garlic

Common Name:
Garlic Chives

Description:
Allium tuberosum, commonly known as Garlic Chives, is a hardy, clump-forming perennial herb prized for its flat, strap-like green leaves and mild garlic flavour. Unlike traditional chives, this variety offers a subtle garlic note, making it a versatile addition to a wide range of culinary dishes. In Melbourne’s climate, it thrives in full sun to part shade and performs best in well-drained, moderately fertile soil. From late summer through autumn, it produces delicate clusters of small, star-shaped white flowers that rise above the foliage, adding ornamental appeal while attracting bees and beneficial insects. Easy to grow and low maintenance, Garlic Chives are ideal for herb gardens, borders, and pots, with regular harvesting encouraging fresh, continuous growth.

Form:
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
Height: 30–60 cm
Width: 30–50 cm

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Summer
Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
White

Key Attributes:
Bee Attracting
Edible Flowers
Edible Leaves
Herbaceous
Perennial
Suitable for Pots

Toxicity:
Toxic to dogs and cats if ingested in large quantities, as with other members of the Allium family.

Companion Plants:
Carrots
Roses
Tomatoes
Lettuce
Strawberries
Capsicum