This Chinese chive‑flower (Tai‑Tsai) is a special chive cultivar mainly grown for harvesting tender chive scapes (flower stalks). Zhennong brand Chinese chive‑flower seeds produce vigorous plants, with strong disease resistance, fast growth rate and stable high yields. The long, thick, tender green scapes boast great flavour quality. You can repeatedly harvest fresh chive scapes year after year once established. It can be planted in vegetable plots, raised beds and large‑size containers. Full sun encourages sturdy stalk development. Keep soil fertile and well‑drained. Watch out for common chive pests like thrips and maggots. This perennial crop will provide multiple harvest seasons with proper care.
Planting InstructionsSoil PreparationSelect a full‑sun location. Work plenty of well‑rotted organic compost into loamy fertile soil. Ensure good drainage to avoid water‑logged roots.
Seed Pre‑treatmentPick full, healthy seeds. Soak seeds in clean warm water for 8‑12 hours to boost germination rate. Take seeds out and air‑dry slightly before sowing.
Sowing MethodSow in spring or autumn. Sow seeds thinly and cover with 1‑1.5 cm fine soil. Keep row spacing 30‑35 cm. Thin seedlings when they grow 3‑4 true leaves, keep plant spacing 15‑20 cm.
Germination ConditionBest germination temperature:15‑22°C. Seedlings emerge in 7‑14 days. Keep soil consistently moist, avoid standing water.
Daily MaintenanceWater regularly, keep soil damp. Apply nitrogen‑rich fertilizer after seedling establishment and after each harvest of chive scapes. Remove weeds timely. Monitor for thrips and root maggots. Start harvesting tender chive scapes when stalks reach suitable marketable length.
SpecificationPlant Name: Zhennong Chinese Chive‑Flower (Tai‑Tsai)Botanical Name: Allium tuberosumPlant Type: Hardy perennial allium vegetableMature Height:0.45‑0.65 MBlooming & Fruiting Period: Produces harvestable chive scapes in growing seasonsGermination Temperature:15‑22°CGrowing Temperature:10‑28°C, cold‑hardy perennialLight Requirement: Full SunSoil: Fertile loam with good drainagePlanting Difficulty: EasyCore Features: Fast‑growing, strong disease resistance, high stable yield, tender thick chive scapes, perennial for repeated harvests
FAQQ1: What do we mainly harvest from Chinese chive‑flower?A1: We mainly harvest its tender long flower scapes (chive stalks), popular for stir‑fry cooking.
Q2: Can this chive grow for multiple years?A2: Yes, it is a perennial plant, you can harvest chive scapes for many years with good management.
Q3: Which seasons fit sowing this seed?A3: Spring and autumn are ideal sowing seasons.
Q4: What are its main pests?A4: Thrips and chive root maggots are the main pests; keep observing plant growth condition.
Q5: Should I fertilize after each harvest?A5: Yes, apply nitrogen‑oriented fertilizer after harvesting to promote new scape regrowth.
