Chives are a hardy, versatile herb with a gentle onion taste – perfect in salads, egg dishes, soups, and more. It grows densely and thrives in the Auk.
In short:
Sow 20–40 seeds per pot – chives grow in tight bunches.
Keep the temperature steady around 20–24 °C / 68 – 75 °F for best germination.
Seeds sprout in 7–14 days.
Ready for harvest in 4–6 weeks.
Can live for several months in Auk with regular trimming and good care.
Great for indoor growing or as a seedling starter.
Sow 20–40 seeds and press them gently into the coconut fiber
How to do it:
Fill the pots with coconut fiber (one pack is enough for all pots).
Spread the seeds evenly across the surface.
Gently press them into the fiber.
Sprouts will appear in 7–14 days if the temperature stays steady (around 20–24 °C / 68 – 75 °F).
Start harvesting after 4–6 weeks (cut whole stalks, leaving about 5 cm)
Chives are ready for harvest in 4–6 weeks and can handle frequent trimming:
Use scissors to cut the stalks about 5 cm above the coconut fiber.
Frequent harvesting encourages stronger, denser growth.
Avoid trimming the entire plant at once — always leave at least ⅔ of the stalks to ensure healthy regrowth.
Start in Auk and repot after 4–6 weeks (once it’s 8–10 °C / 46–50 °F or warmer)
Want to grow chives outside? Start them in Auk and repot when conditions allow:
Repot when the plants have developed a good root system (after 4–6 weeks).
Be gentle with the roots when moving them to a new pot or the garden.
Nighttime temperatures should be stable above 8–10 °C / 46–50 °F.
In temperate or mild climates, chives can survive winter outdoors and often regrow the following spring.
Fun fact 🌿
Chives have a mild, rounded onion flavor — without the harsh aroma or bitterness of regular onions. Perfect when you want to add a subtle onion note without overpowering a dish!
Good luck and enjoy growing! 💚
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