What are great uses for chives?

10 Uses for Chives: 1. Add some interest to gardens and flower beds. Just because chives are an herb, it doesn't mean it can't be decorative. Plant chives in your gardens and flower beds and enjoy the beautiful purple blooms they have. read more

Just because chives are an herb, it doesn’t mean it can’t be decorative. Plant chives in your gardens and flower beds and enjoy the beautiful purple blooms they have. It is a great way to add a pop of color to your landscaping while still enjoying a plant that has other practical uses too! 2. Use as a natural pest repellent. read more

Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are among the world’s most versatile and prolific herb plants. Native to India and China and dispersed through centuries throughout the world, they are beautiful, hardy, tasty, good for your health, and very easy to grow. read more

Preparing chives. When preparing chives, use a sharp knife and cut gently. Using a dull knife or over-chopping will bruise the herb, and much of the flavor will be misplaced onto the cutting board surface. Apart from egg and cheese dishes, chives go well with creamy vegetable dips and as a topping for soups and salads. read more