Chives are scientifically called Allium. It is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family of herbs. You can use the plant's edible flowers and leaves in a wide variety of cooking recipes. They are closely related, in some way, to the Chinese onion and common onions. You can find them in grocery stores and online. You can add chives to many dishes when you cook.
If you grow chives from a pot, be sure to place them in a sunny area. To get the best results, they will need full sunlight. You need to ensure that your soil is properly drained. Root rot can occur in poor soil. They are easy to split because they grow slowly. Mixing chives with other herbs like parsley or cilantro can make your dish more diverse.
Easy to grow chives is from seeds. Chives can be either grown from seed or bought as an ornamental plant. They can be grown in pots or kept indoors. Despite their popularity they require plenty of sun and good moisture. Chives can quickly grow and become overcrowded. To avoid this, it is a good idea for chives to be thinned frequently.
The soil must be rich and able to drain well. They need to be kept moist because they grow very close to the soil surface. To improve air circulation, you can mulch your plants with organic material. This will reduce the growth of weeds and increase organic matter. You should however use a special potting mix that allows for better drainage if you are growing chives inside containers. You can also buy coir, if you don't own garden dirt.
Planting chives in the spring is a good idea. In a vegetable garden, chives are best planted in a sunny location with full-sun exposure. They require well-drained soil with high levels of organic matter. You can also plant chives in a container that contains a suitable potting mix if you live in a shaded area. It is also important to fertilize chives to avoid fungus growth.
Chive plants don't require much care. Chive plants are very adaptable and can survive even in extreme dry conditions. You can still water them to keep them healthy. It is easy to add chives to your meals. After you have harvested the greens, you can sprinkle them on your food to enhance the flavor. They will be ready to go as soon you decide to consume them.
When growing chives from seed, make sure to place them in a windowsill that gets at least six hours of direct sunlight per day. As they grow toward the light, you can rotate the pot to get even exposure. A grow light can be used to supplement the sunlight. A good window sill will also have a lot of moisture and plenty of grit. You can plant a bunch of chives. Then, wait several weeks for the plants to grow.
FAQ
Which month is the best to start a vegetable gardening?
The best time to plant vegetables is from April through June. This is when the soil temperature is highest and plants grow most quickly. You might want to wait until July/August if you live in a cold area.
How do I know what type of soil I have?
The dirt's color can tell you what it is. The soil color will tell you if it contains more organic matter than the lighter ones. Another option is to test the soil. These tests measure the number of nutrients present in the soil.
When can you plant flowers in your garden?
Planting flowers is best done during springtime when temperatures are milder and the soil is moist. If you live in colder climates, it is best to plant flowers after the first frost. The ideal temperature indoors for plants is around 60°F.
What is your favorite vegetable garden layout?
It all depends on where you live. You should plant vegetables together if you live in a city. For maximum yield, however, it is best to space your plants if you are in a rural area.
Statistics
- 80% of residents spent a lifetime as large-scale farmers (or working on farms) using many chemicals believed to be cancerous today. (acountrygirlslife.com)
- It will likely be ready if a seedling has between 3 and 4 true leaves. (gilmour.com)
- As the price of fruit and vegetables is expected to rise by 8% after Brexit, the idea of growing your own is now better than ever. (countryliving.com)
- Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.com
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Organic fertilizers are available for garden use
Organic fertilizers are made from natural substances such as manure, compost, fish emulsion, seaweed extract, guano, and blood meal. The term organic refers to the use of non-synthetic materials for their production. Synthetic fertilizers can be used in industrial processes. They are often used in agriculture since they provide nutrients to plants efficiently and quickly, without the need of complicated preparation. Synthetic fertilizers are dangerous for the environment as well as human health. These fertilizers also require high amounts of energy, water and time to make. Runoff from synthetic fertilizers can also pollute groundwater and surface water. This pollution is both harmful to wildlife as well as humans.
There are many organic fertilizers available:
* Manure - produced when livestock eat food containing nitrogen (a plant nutrient). It's made of bacteria and enzymes which break down the waste to simple compounds that can be taken by plants.
* Compost is a mixture of vegetable scraps and grass clippings, animal manure, and decaying leaves. It is rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, zinc, copper, manganese, boron, molybdenum, chlorine, and carbon. It's porous so it is able to retain moisture well, and slowly releases nutrients.
* Fish Emulsion: A liquid product derived primarily from fish oil. It can dissolve oils and fats, similar to soap. It also contains trace elements, phosphorous and nitrogen.
* Seaweed Extract is a concentrated solution that contains minerals extracted from red algae, brown algae and green algae. It contains vitamins A and C, iron, and Iodine.
* Guano, excrement taken from amphibians, bats, reptiles and seabirds. It contains nitrogen, sulfur, chloride and carbon.
* Blood Meal is the meat and bones of animals that have been slaughtered. It's rich in protein and can be used to feed poultry and other animals. It also contains phosphorus, potassium, nitrogen, and trace minerals.
To make organic fertilizer, combine equal parts of manure, compost, and/or fish emulsion. Mix thoroughly. You can substitute one with another if you don't have access to all three ingredients. For example, if you only have access to the fish emulsion, you can mix 1 part of fish emulsion with two parts of compost.
Apply the fertilizer to the soil by using a shovel and tiller. The fertilizer should be about 1/4 cup per square foot. You'll need to add fertilizer every two weeks until new growth appears.