Oatmeal Farm Network | Chives Varietals

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity	Water (in/wk)	Primary Nutrient
Bohem Chives	A productive cultivar of common chives that is known for its strong, robust growth and a sharp flavor, ideal for cooking.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Common Chives	A perennial herb with hollow, tubular leaves and a mild onion flavor. It is the most widely grown variety, used in a variety of dishes.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Dolores Chives	A robust cultivar known for its dark green, upright foliage and a strong flavor. It is a good choice for continuous harvesting.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Erecta Chives	A variety known for its very upright growth habit, making it an excellent ornamental plant as well as a culinary herb.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Fine Leaf Chives	A variety with exceptionally fine, delicate leaves and a mild flavor, perfect for garnishes and delicate culinary applications.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Foliostar Chives	A cultivar bred for its compact, upright growth and a high density of leaves, providing a large harvest from a small space.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Forel Chives	A cultivar of common chives with finer, more delicate leaves than the standard variety, offering a milder flavor ideal for garnishes and subtle dishes.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Garlic Chives	A distinct species (Allium tuberosum) with flat, strap-like leaves and a mild garlic flavor. Its white, star-shaped flowers are also edible.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Giant Chives	A species (Allium senescens) known for its twisted, flat leaves and a mild garlic flavor. It is grown for both culinary use and its ornamental qualities.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Goliath Chives	A large-leaved cultivar of garlic chives with a strong garlic flavor and a very high yield, popular in commercial growing.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Grolau Chives	A fast-growing cultivar of common chives known for its thick, sturdy leaves and high yield, making it an excellent choice for a long harvest season.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Japonicum Chives	A garlic chives cultivar with a very fine, grassy leaf texture and a pungent garlic flavor, often used in Japanese cooking.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Nelly Chives	A compact and quick-growing cultivar that is ideal for container gardening and offers a long harvest of fine, flavorful leaves.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Nira Chives	A regional cultivar of garlic chives with a strong garlic flavor, commonly used in Japanese and other Asian cuisines.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Nodding Onion	An ornamental Allium species (Allium cernuum) with a mild onion flavor, often used as a chive substitute. It is native to North America.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Polyvert Chives	A French cultivar with fine, delicate leaves and a mild flavor, perfect for fresh culinary applications and garnishes.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Profusion Chives	A cultivar valued for its long harvest season and tendency to produce an abundance of fine, flavorful leaves and flowers.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Siberian Chives	A species with flat, wider leaves and a stronger, more robust flavor than common chives. It is very cold-hardy and produces beautiful flowers.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Staro Chives	A productive cultivar of common chives known for its fine, upright leaves and good disease resistance, making it reliable for home gardens.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Timo Chives	A fast-growing cultivar with a high yield, suitable for both fresh use and for drying and storing.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)
Welsh Onion	A type of Allium species (Allium fistulosum) that resembles a non-bulbing scallion, with a strong, fresh onion flavor. It is a perennial.	Sandy Soil	< 5.0	Very Low (< 1%)	N/A	3A	Low	N/A	Nitrogen (N)