Chives

Chives are a clump-forming perennial herb with hollow, tubular leaves and dense, globe-shaped clusters of purple-pink flowers from April through May. Native across the Northern Hemisphere, they serve double duty as a culinary herb and an ornamental border plant. Hardy and long-lived, they reach eight to twelve inches tall.

Grow in full sun to partial shade in any reasonably well-drained soil. Chives tolerate a wide range of conditions and are among the easiest alliums to grow. Divide clumps every three to four years to maintain vigor. Deadhead spent flowers to prevent self-seeding, or allow them to naturalize. Few pest or disease issues.