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Can You Grow Chives in Tennessee?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Chives grow easily here as a perennial — plant once and harvest for years.
Plant zones
Tennessee last frost
Tennessee 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 Tennessee
Tennessee has a humid subtropical climate transitioning to continental in the east. Nashville is Zone 7a; the Appalachians are Zone 6a-6b. Long productive growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Chives in Tennessee?
Chives grow easily here as a perennial — plant once and harvest for years.
What zone is Tennessee?
Tennessee spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Chiveses in Tennessee?
See the planting guide for Chives — timing depends on your exact frost date.