Chinese Chives (Allium ramosum)

Family: Alliaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Allium ramosum is a BULB growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour is somewhat between that of garlic and chives. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; The small bulbs are about 10mm in diameter.; Leaves - raw or cooked.; The flavour is somewhat between that of garlic and chives.

Habitat & North American Range

Meadows and grassy slopes. Sunny hills and pastures at elevations of 500 - 2100 metres in northern China. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)