Garlic Chives Seeds – Allium tuberosum | Aromatic Herb for Cooking & Health

Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum)—also known as Chinese chives or nira—are a perennial herb with flat, grass-like leaves and a subtle garlic flavor. Popular in Asian cuisine, they’re used in dumplings, soups, scrambled eggs, and herbal teas. These seeds produce vigorous plants that thrive in Pakistani gardens and containers alike.

🌱 Sowing Tips:

• Best Time: February–April or August–October
• Location: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Prep: Well-drained, loamy soil enriched with compost
• Planting: Sow directly or transplant seedlings
• Spacing: 8–10 inches apart

💧 Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy
• Fertilizer: Light compost or diluted organic feed monthly
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming; divide every 2–3 years
• Pests: Generally pest-resistant; watch for fungal rot in humid areas

✂️ Harvesting:

• Leaves: Cut 2 inches above base; regrows quickly
• Flowers: Edible white blossoms appear in late summer
• Use: Fresh in cooking or dried for herbal blends