Chives

Chives: plant 20 cm (7.9 in) apart in the row and 25 cm (9.8 in) between rows, 16 per square (30 cm). Part sun, 4–6 hours a day. Good neighbours: Carrot, Lettuce, Apple tree.

Key facts

Spacing in the row	20 cm (7.9 in)
Between rows	25 cm (9.8 in)
In a 30 cm (1 ft) square	16 per square
Sun	Part sun, 4–6 hours a day
Root depth	15 cm (5.9 in)
Height when grown	40 cm (16 in)
Crop rotation group	Roots and onions
Support	None needed