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Can You Grow Chives in Indiana?

US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a

Grows well here

Chives grow easily here as a perennial — plant once and harvest for years.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Indiana last frost

early April

Indiana first frost

late October

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Chives

Chives are one of the hardiest and most low-maintenance herbs — plant once and harvest for years.

Plant in any reasonable soil. Cut leaves to 5cm from the base for regrowth. Divide clumps every few years. The purple flowers are edible and attract pollinators. Note: toxic to dogs and cats.

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Gardening in Indiana

Indiana has a humid continental climate. Northern Indiana is Zone 5a-5b; southern Indiana is warmer at Zone 6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Chives in Indiana?

Chives grow easily here as a perennial — plant once and harvest for years.

What zone is Indiana?

Indiana spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).

When do you plant Chiveses in Indiana?

See the planting guide for Chives — timing depends on your exact frost date.