WHAT’S INSIDE THE JUNE GROW KIT
June brings warmth, colour and plenty of opportunity in the garden. This month’s Grow Kit features Carrots, Dwarf Runner Beans and Chives, a carefully selected combination designed to provide fresh harvests and plenty of flavour throughout the summer months.
This week we're shining a spotlight on Chives, one of the easiest and most useful herbs you can grow. Reliable, attractive and endlessly productive, they earn their place in every kitchen garden.
CHIVES
Chives are a hardy perennial herb with slender green leaves and a delicate onion flavour. Perfect for sprinkling over potatoes, salads, soups, eggs and summer dishes, they add freshness without overpowering other ingredients.
Once established, chives will continue producing year after year, making them one of the most rewarding herbs to grow. Their attractive purple flowers also edible, are also loved by pollinators, bringing extra life to the garden.
HOW TO GROW CHIVES
Sow chive seeds in pots, trays or directly into the ground during spring and early summer. Cover lightly with compost and keep moist while germination takes place.
Chives thrive in full sun or partial shade and are happy in containers, raised beds or herb gardens. Water regularly during dry spells and keep plants tidy by removing any faded leaves.
Harvest by snipping leaves from the outside of the clump, leaving the centre to continue growing. Regular cutting encourages fresh growth and provides a continuous supply of flavourful leaves throughout the season.
Chives: 4 Easy Ways to Use Them
Fresh, mild and versatile, chives add a gentle onion flavour to many dishes. They are rich in vitamins A and C and are an easy way to add flavour without extra calories.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Chive Butter
Ingredients
100g butter (softened)
2 tbsp fresh chives (finely chopped)
Pinch of salt
Optional: black pepper or lemon zest
Method
1. Place the softened butter in a bowl.
2. Stir in the chopped chives and salt.
3. Mix until well combined.
4. Roll into a log using baking paper or store in a container.
5. Chill until firm.
Serve with
Baked potatoes
Steak
Corn on the cob
Crusty bread
Chive Sour Cream Dip
Ingredients
200g sour cream or Greek yogurt
2 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and black pepper
Method
1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Mix well.
3. Chill for 15 minutes before serving.
Serve with
Vegetable sticks
Crisps
Baked potatoes
Chive Vinaigrette
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Salt and pepper
Method
1. Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl.
2. Taste and adjust seasoning.
3. Drizzle over salads or vegetables.
Great with
Green salads
Potato salad
French bean salad
Roasted vegetables
Chive Scrambled Eggs
Ingredients
2 eggs
1 tbsp chives (chopped)
Small knob of butter
Salt and pepper
Method
1. Beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.
2. Melt the butter in a pan over low heat.
3. Cook the eggs gently, stirring continuously.
4. Stir in the chives just before serving.
5. Season with black pepper.
Serve with
Toast
Smoked salmon
Avocado
Storage Tips
Keep fresh chives in the fridge wrapped in a damp paper towel.
Chives can be chopped and frozen for later use.
Best added at the end of cooking to keep their flavour fresh.
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