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Can You Grow Chives in New Jersey?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

New Jersey last frost

mid-March

New Jersey first frost

mid-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 New Jersey

New Jersey has a humid subtropical to continental climate. South Jersey is Zone 7a; North Jersey is Zone 6a-6b. Known for its produce farming — tomatoes, blueberries, cranberries.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Chives in New Jersey?

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

What zone is New Jersey?

New Jersey spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a).

When do you plant Chiveses in New Jersey?

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