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Can You Grow Chives in Rhode Island?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b
Chives grow easily here as a perennial — plant once and harvest for years.
Plant zones
Rhode Island last frost
Rhode Island first frost
Days to harvest
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.
Gardening in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has a humid continental climate moderated by the ocean. A small state with a single primary zone of 6b in most areas. Four seasons with a productive growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Chives in Rhode Island?
Chives grow easily here as a perennial — plant once and harvest for years.
What zone is Rhode Island?
Rhode Island spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b).
When do you plant Chiveses in Rhode Island?
See the planting guide for Chives — timing depends on your exact frost date.