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When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 5a

Family: Amaryllidaceae Herb

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Garlic Chives

Crop Dates : 5a

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~45 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsMay 8th
Harvest BeginsJun 22nd
Harvest EndsSep 30th