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Purly · Chives

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Planting Schedule

Add Purly to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 20th
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 15th
Harvest BeginsJul 14th
Harvest EndsSep 24th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 40°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitClumping
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)40
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: Start chives indoors early for a strong first harvest, but transplant once nights are consistently warm and space plants to form a dense clump for continuous cutting.