When to Plant Chives in Zone 6
In USDA zone 6a, start seeds indoors around February 28, transplant or plant outdoors April 11 to June 30, and expect your first harvest around June 30. (6a shown here — see 6a and 6b dates separately below.)
Chives planting calendar for USDA Zone 6a
Average last spring frost
April 25
Average first fall frost
October 10
Start seeds indoors
Feb 28
Transplant outdoors
Apr 11
Projected first harvest
Jun 30
Chives is ready to harvest in about 80 days, needing roughly 168 frost-free days in zone 6a.
Chives planting calendar for USDA Zone 6b
Average last spring frost
April 20
Average first fall frost
October 15
Start seeds indoors
Feb 23
Transplant outdoors
Apr 6
Projected first harvest
Jun 25
Chives is ready to harvest in about 80 days, needing roughly 178 frost-free days in zone 6b.
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Varieties to grow
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Common problems with chives
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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