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Its scientific name of Allium tuberosum is indicative of its oniony roots and falls among the family Liliaceae. Unlike onions or other types of garlic, however, the fibrous bulb is not edible but is grown rather for its flowers and stems. It is easy to differentiate between onion chives and garlic chives. Garlic chives have a flat, grass-like leaf, not a hollow one as do onion chives. They grow between 12 to 15 inches (30.5 to 38 cm.) tall
Standard garlic chives ( gau choy ): Garlic chives look similar to chives, but their leaves are broad and flat instead of hollow. Their garlicky flavor enhances cooked dishes,
Garlic Chives Care. Sow seeds as soon as they are ripe in the fall or in a cold frame in springtime. Transplant or thin seedlings to 6 to 12 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall.
Garlic chives bloom in the fall. Allium tuberosum is a late-season bloomer from the onion family. Native to southeastern Asia, it is known by several common names including garlic chives
Boasting culinary value in the kitchen and good looks in the landscape, garlic chives make a great garden perennial.
Garlic chives are graceful herbs with pretty white flowers. The combination of a chive-like appearance and strong garlic flavor makes garlic chives a popular seasoning. Chopped fresh garlic chives are found in recipes for Chinese dishes including stir-fries, and they are used in Japanese cuisine as well.
Garlic chives are an attractive perennial with edible foliage and edible flowers in August. Garlic chives are among the most versatile of all edible flowers, and can be used for flavoring in fresh salads or cooking. They have a clumping habit and spread by dropping their seeds.
Chives. Chives is a type of onions, which is used for flavouring salads or as a decoration of other meals. It has grass-like leaves and a light flavour, which is very pleasant. Unlike mint, though, it doesn't like full shade. You have to grow it somewhere where there is some direct sunlight.