When to plant Chives in Zone 12a
In Zone 12a, Chives: start seeds indoors around Nov 6–Nov 20; transplant outdoors around Dec 18–Jan 1. Expect to harvest around Mar 8–Mar 22.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Nov 6 – Nov 20 |
| Transplant outdoors | Dec 18 – Jan 1 |
| Harvest | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
Tip: A hardy perennial — one clump returns for years. Snip often to keep it tender.
Zone 12a averages a last spring frost around Jan 1 and a first fall frost around Dec 31. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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