Chives (3.5" pot)

Latin Name: Allium schoenoprasum. Family: Amaryllidaceae (Amaryllis)

USDA hardiness zone: 5

Growth habit: Medium herb

Mature size: 1ft.

Native range: Europe

Preferred habitat: Garden soil, full sun

Pollinators: Bees

Edible parts: leaves, flowers

Uses and functions: Medicinal, food

Classic garden perennial that emerges early in spring. Bees love the pink blossoms, which keep pests away from the scent of fruit.