{"product_id":"chives-medium-leaf","title":"Chives Medium Leaf","description":"\u003cp\u003eChives is a perennial winter-season herb plant that forms bulbs and has grass-like leaves. Chives have a mild onion flavor stalk that is perfect for salads and soups. Both the green stalks and unopened flowers are edible and can be used as an ingredient; the flowers are excellent for salads. Growing chives is very easy for both beginners and expert gardeners because it takes a short time to thrive and is a low-maintenance herb plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size grow bag is best for Chives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 x 12 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 12 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 15 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e24 x 12 (W*H)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChives Medium Leaf Growing Season In India \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChives is a fast-growing herbaceous plant that prefers a cool climate. Sow the chives seeds in the spring or the month of February-March, apart from this, you can also grow chives in the last rainy season (September-October). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Chives In Pots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow the chives seeds directly in pots or grow bags, you can also start them in a seedling tray and then transplant them after the seeds germinate. Select pots or grow bags that are at least 30-60 cm and 30-45 cm (wide and deep) that have well-draining holes. The ideal temperature for germination of chives seeds is between 15°C – 21°C. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChives Medium Leaf Seeds Sowing Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake a pot or grow bag, fill it with a sowing medium and then sow the chives seeds about 0.5 cm deep in the soil. Water deeply through the watering can keep the soil moist and place the pot in a dark place indoors. Chives seeds germinate for about 7-14 days (depending on growing conditions). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer For Chives Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor rapid growth of chives herb plants, give granular balanced fertilizer to its plants at regular intervals of every 2 months. You can also add a nitrogen-rich fertilizer to promote the growth of the green leaves. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChives Plants Care Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil : Use well-drained and nutrient-rich loamy soil for planting chives.\u003cbr\u003eWater : Chives plant needs daily watering and excessive watering should be avoided as it can cause plant rot.\u003cbr\u003eSunlight : Chives plant requires at least 6 hours of sunlight every day.  \u003cbr\u003eTemperature : The optimum Chives growing temperatures are 15-30°C.\u003cbr\u003eCommon pests and diseases : There are no serious pests and diseases in chives plants, but even if found, spraying neem oil would be a good idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting Of Medium Leaf Chives \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• You can harvest tender young chives about 2 to 3 months after planting.\u003cbr\u003e• Cut chive leaves to about 5 cm above soil level so they continue to grow and last longer.\u003cbr\u003e• You can pick the flower after it has opened.\u003cbr\u003e• Regular harvesting of chives encourages plant growth. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hobbit Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43956858650658,"sku":"HOBHLS010CM","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7155\/8690\/files\/1-Chives.jpg?v=1752137574","url":"https:\/\/www.thehobbitland.in\/products\/chives-medium-leaf","provider":"The Hobbit Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}