When to plant chives in zone 4a
In zone 4a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 12 and the first fall frost around Sep 21. Here is when to plant chives.
Start seeds indoorsMar 17
Plant in the bedApr 28
Start pickingJun 27
Your chives calendar for zone 4a
- Mar 17: Start chives seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Apr 28: Plant chives in the bed
- Jun 27: Start picking chives
Comes back every year. The purple flowers are edible.
Spacing in a raised bed: 9 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 4a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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