{"product_id":"outsidepride-1-4-lb-chives-seeds-for-microgreens-sprouts-cooking-perennial-allium-schoenoprasum","title":"Outsidepride 1\/4 lb Chives Seeds for Microgreens, Sprouts \u0026 Cooking – Perennial Allium schoenoprasum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrow a Flavorful Kitchen Garden with Outsidepride Chives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutsidepride 1\/4 lb chives seeds offer a hardy, perennial herb that brings a delicate onion note to dishes and edible lavender colored flowers in summer. This variety is Allium schoenoprasum, known for vigor in many climates and for thriving in sun to partial shade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you want fresh leaves for cooking or to explore microgreens on a kitchen counter, chives provide versatility and straightforward care. The herb is hardy across USDA zones 3 through 9 and tends to come back year after year with a bit of pruning and regular feeding. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDelicate onion flavor that brightens eggs, potatoes, soups, and salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEdible lavender flowers that add color and subtle aroma during summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNectar attracts bees in outdoor beds; blooms can be cut for arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndoors or outdoors. Microgreens grow in trays with soil or substitutes for compact kitchens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerennial growth with easy maintenance in USDA zones 3 through 9.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing and care tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination and sowing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSowing rate is 1 to 2 seeds per inch; start outdoors after danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGently press seeds into soil and cover with about 1\/8 inch of soil; keep evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnder favorable conditions, germination occurs around 21 days with a temperature near 70 F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGarden placement and harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull sun to partial shade and rich, well drained soil support steady growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpace rows about 18 inches apart; thin seedlings to 6 to 8 inches when they reach 2 inches tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHarvest the leaves by hand when they reach about 6 inches for fresh use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMicrogreens and indoor growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrogreens can easily be grown indoors on a kitchen counter in a growing tray or container using soil or a soil substitute. They are compact and often harvested for fresh flavor and crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecognizable yet mild onion flavor makes them a versatile topping or addition to bowls and sandwiches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrowing indoors offers year round access to fresh greens in limited spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical kitchen uses and flavor notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChives enrich a wide range of dishes and are a simple way to add aroma and color. Notable uses include finishing scrambled eggs, baked potatoes, soups, and salads. The summer flowers provide a delicate garnish option that rounds out the presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I grow Outsidepride chives from seed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Sow 1–2 seeds per inch outdoors after frost, press into soil, cover 1\/8 inch, keep moist; germination around 21 days at 70°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What are practical uses for Outsidepride chives in cooking or microgreens?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Leaves add a delicate onion note to eggs, potatoes, soups, and salads; edible flowers beautify dishes and can be used as garnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Outsidepride","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48173823885556,"sku":"B004VU11Y4","price":22.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/6652\/0820\/files\/outsidepride-chives-seeds-package.jpg?v=1778353224","url":"https:\/\/www.cerapatiogarden.com\/products\/outsidepride-1-4-lb-chives-seeds-for-microgreens-sprouts-cooking-perennial-allium-schoenoprasum","provider":"Cera Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}