Allium schoenoprasum 

Easy to grow, onion chives pack a lot of flavor for their compact size. The plants form neat grass-like clumps of tubular leaves that contribute an onion flavor to salads, creamy soups, potatoes, egg dishes, and others. A wonderful addition to an herb garden. Great for containers, and also makes a neat border. Enjoy the light purple blooms in the spring–they are edible, too. Frost tolerant.

• Height:  12 inches
• Width:  6 to 8 inches
• Exposure:  Full Sun
  
• Garden use:  Herb garden, flower border, containers
• Culinary use:  For dishes that need a mild, onion-like flavor