Blue Chives (Allium nutans)

Family: Alliaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Allium nutans is a BULB growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 1 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

mild, chive-like flavour. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; A mild, chive-like flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Stony slopes and meadows on the steppes of central Asia. Meadows and damp places in Tibet. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)