Did you know? Chives...

Chives are a perennial herb that look like little onions. They are in fact part of the onion family. They are not, however, the same as green onions or scallions.
 
Chives have a mild onion flavour that serves as a delicious accent to lots of different foods, including salads, dips and soups. One of my favourite combinations is chives sprinkled on sour cream on top of a baked potato. Yum!
 
Chives are easy to grow and require little care. They are not invasive. One plant will probably give you enough for modest use.
 
Chives are great for a pollinator garden. The bees love the purple flowers.
 
Chives can be harvested throughout the growing season. They can be enjoyed throughout the year if you dry them. Chives dry well. I use a dehydrator, but you can also hang them in bunches in a cool, dark, well-ventilated space or dry them in the oven at a very low temperature.
 
I have fond memories of our next-door neighbour dropping by my garden to pick chives throughout the summer. She loved them and I loved sharing them with her.
 
If you like onions, but they don’t always like you, chives may just be the answer to your craving. Enjoy!