When to plant Chives in Zone 7a
In Zone 7a, Chives: start seeds indoors around Feb 10–Feb 24; transplant outdoors around Mar 24–Apr 7. Expect to harvest around Jun 12–Jun 26.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Harvest | Jun 12 – Jun 26 |
Tip: A hardy perennial — one clump returns for years. Snip often to keep it tender.
Zone 7a averages a last spring frost around Apr 7 and a first fall frost around Nov 2. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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