Cheerful purple pom-pom flowers on a kitchen staple. Edible blooms make any salad Instagram-worthy.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- May to Jun
- USDA Zones
- 3-9
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 12-18"
- Bloom Colors
- PurpleLavenderPink
✿ Pollinator Friendly△ Deer Resistant▢ Container Friendly♨ Edible
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About This Name
Allium schoenoprasum is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Chives unambiguously. The genus Allium places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Chives, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Allium schoenoprasum will give you the most precise results.