When to plant Chives in Zone 4a
In Zone 4a, Chives: start seeds indoors around Mar 20–Apr 3; transplant outdoors around May 1–May 15. Expect to harvest around Jul 20–Aug 3.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| Transplant outdoors | May 1 – May 15 |
| Harvest | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
Tip: A hardy perennial — one clump returns for years. Snip often to keep it tender.
Zone 4a averages a last spring frost around May 15 and a first fall frost around Sep 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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