Allium schoenoprasum ‘Album’

White-flowered Chives

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.032.210

Chives are a favorite herb, enjoyed both for their oniony flavor as well as the showy ball-shaped flowers. This rare selection is a very old heritage variety that came originally from Newfoundland. Clumps will make a stunning display of crisp, snow-white flowers in late spring, over a low mound of grassy foliage. Use this towards the front of a sunny border, also useful in tubs and containers. An easy and long-lived perennial. Remove faded flowers to prevent self seeding, as the resulting plants will revert to regular chives. Nice as a cut flower, fresh or dried.

Further details for
Allium schoenoprasum ‘Album’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
White

Blooming Time
Early Summer
Late Spring

Foliage Color
Light Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Culinary
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Dried Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Small

Height
25-30 cm
10-12 inches

Spread
30-40 cm
12-16 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.