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Red Carpet Chives
Allium
AlliumAllium schoenoprasum 'Red Carpet'
- Partial sun
- Zones 4–8
- 75 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 8" spacing
- Low water
- Perennial
- pH 6–7
Overview
A stunning ornamental chive variety that produces masses of vibrant rose-red flowers above dense clumps of slender green foliage. Beyond its beauty, this perennial herb offers the same mild onion flavor as regular chives, making it both a gorgeous garden accent and a useful culinary herb. The flowers are edible and make beautiful garnishes.
Planting
Direct seed in spring or fall, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Can be grown from division of existing clumps.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: low. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 14-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Occasionally aphids, generally pest-free. Common diseases: Crown rot in poorly drained soils.