Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum)
Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum) are perennial herbs with flat, garlic-scented leaves and edible white flowers, prized in culinary and ornamental gardens.
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Moderate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low to Moderate
Care Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight daily for best growth and flavor.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
Moderate
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures.
Outdoor
Low to Moderate
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
64500
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusAllium
- speciesAllium tuberosum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Contains N-propyl disulfide and other sulfur compounds which can cause oxidative damage to red blood cells in pets, leading to hemolytic anemia.