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Can You Grow Chives in Maryland?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Maryland last frost

early March

Maryland first frost

late November

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 Maryland

Maryland has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Chesapeake Bay. Four distinct seasons with mild winters in most of the state. Long productive growing season.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Chives in Maryland?

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

What zone is Maryland?

Maryland spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).

When do you plant Chiveses in Maryland?

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