When to plant Chives in Zone 9a
In Zone 9a, Chives: start seeds indoors around Jan 3–Jan 17; transplant outdoors around Feb 14–Feb 28. Expect to harvest around May 5–May 19.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 3 – Jan 17 |
| Transplant outdoors | Feb 14 – Feb 28 |
| Harvest | May 5 – May 19 |
Tip: A hardy perennial — one clump returns for years. Snip often to keep it tender.
Zone 9a averages a last spring frost around Feb 28 and a first fall frost around Dec 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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