75-85 Days—Staro Chives are a hardy, perennial herb in the onion family, cherished for their thick, dark green leaves and mild, onion-like flavor. Unlike common chives, the ‘Staro’ variety is bred for extra-broad foliage, making them ideal for cutting fresh or drying for later use. Native to Europe and Asia, chives have been cultivated for centuries as both a culinary and medicinal herb.
Their taste is delicate yet savory — a sweet onion note with a gentle garlic undertone. Perfect for sprinkling over baked potatoes, eggs, soups, salads, or butter spreads. Even the purple globe flowers are edible and make an eye-catching garnish.
Growing Information
- Life Cycle: Perennial in Zones 3–9 (treat as annual in hotter climates)
- Days to Harvest: 75–85 days from sowing
- Planting: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow once soil warms. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep, thin to 4–6 inches apart.
- Soil: Prefers rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade.
- Harvesting: Cut leaves when 6–8 inches tall; trim down to 2 inches above soil to encourage regrowth. Flowers can be harvested when fully open.
Features
- USDA Certified Organic
- Non-GMO, open-pollinated
- Approximately 50 seeds per packet
- Strong regrowth; suitable for pots, raised beds, and in-ground planting
Why Grow Staro Chives?
✔️ Reliable cut-and-come-again harvests
✔️ Compact size — excellent for small spaces and container gardens
✔️ Adds fresh, mild onion flavor without overpowering dishes
✔️ Attracts pollinators with its lavender blooms
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