Garlic Chives

Garlic chives, also known as Chinese leeks, have flatter leaves and large, white, star-shaped flowers. They have a rich garlic flavor and are commonly used in Asian dishes. Garlic chives are best used as a vegetable rather than an herb, and can be eaten raw or cooked. The plant is larger, more robust, and slower to grow than other varieties, but are also long-lived and have been known to thrive for a decade in the same spot. The edible flowers make a great garnish for soups and salads.

First harvest in ~7 weeksCut and come again

Ships from our farms Mon–Wed and arrives in 1–2 days. Free shipping

Good for you:AntioxidantsLuteinVitamin K

Nutrition & sources
  • Antioxidants: Contains antioxidants that help protect the body's cells from everyday oxidative stress.
  • Lutein: Contains lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that support eye health.
  • Vitamin K: Good source of Vitamin K, which supports healthy bone density and normal blood clotting.

Sources: NIH / PubMed Central (National Library of Medicine); Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland Clinic

Growing details
In season
Year Round (in mild climates)
First harvest
7 weeks
Final harvest
13 weeks
Harvest method
Cut and Come Again
Best placement
Top Level
Grows on
Indoor & outdoor Farmstand, plus Counterstand
Shipping & delivery

Starter Plants ship directly from our farms Monday through Wednesday and arrive in 1–2 days. Free Shipping

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Grow guide

From delivery to harvest in about 7 weeks

  1. 1

    Arrives ready to plant

    It arrives rooted and ready to snap in.

  2. 2

    Weeks 0–7 · early growth

    Do weekly maintenance and remove any yellowing leaves.

  3. 3

    Weeks 7–13 · peak freshness

    Prune as needed and harvest what you want, when you want it.

  4. 4

    Week 13+ · replant

    Order new plants to keep the harvest going.

Harvesting tips for Garlic Chives

These hardy plants will grow anywhere on your device but should have access to sun for optimal growth. Unlike other chives, they will form small bunches from a central stalk more like a leek or green onion. Parts of plant can be harvested by separating the desired amount of stalks and cutting from the base of plant when leaves are about 6" tall. Clean up plants by carefully removing outer leaves that will be brown and limp and should easily pull away when tugged in an upward motion.
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  • Christine P.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    22 seconds ago
    Garlic Chives

    Grew strong and tall, delicious as well.

  • Caitie M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    woo!

    Plants are great and I love how easy it is to become a green thumb with LG

  • Kenneth D.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Love having fresh herb all the time

    Having fresh herbs when I am cooking Is a whole new cooking experience, knowing I grew them with lettuce grow

  • Ilie S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Yummy

    One of my favorite things

  • Georgette S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Easy growing chives

    They keep on growing