Chives (Allium schoenoprasum)
Are subtle but indispensable. They grow quickly, respond well to cutting, and go with almost anything – from breakfast to dinner.
Custom planting vs. prepared sets
Individual capsules are intended more for advanced growers who:
build their planting from scratch themselves
understand the differences in growth speed and plant size
want full control over the composition of their planting
If you want to be sure that the plants will grow evenly and the harvest will be continuous, we recommend choosing a prepared plant set. Sets are designed so that the individual plants work as a whole – without having to figure out combinations, light, or growth pace.
Why grow chives in Oliver
Quick first harvest
You can start cutting approximately 28–42 days from sowing.
Long-term yields
Chives are designed for repeated cutting within a single growing cycle.
Ideal for everyday cooking
Great for eggs, spreads, salads, potatoes, and soups. Delicate flavor, maximum use.
Compact and low-maintenance
A small plant (size S) that takes up minimal space and works well next to larger herbs.
How chives behave during growing
they belong among fast-growing plants
they have low light requirements
they tolerate repeated cutting well
the growing cycle is optimized for about 90 days
How to plant and what to combine with
Chives belong to size S, making them one of the most versatile plants in Oliver.
What this means in practice:
you can plant them in any slot
they work as a smaller plant next to larger varieties
they can be planted next to M, L, and XL plants without problems
they do not take up much space, grow back quickly after cutting, and help to efficiently utilize the entire growing space
Ideal neighbors for chives (when combining on your own)
If you decide on a custom combination, chives get along well especially with these plants:
How it works
Scan the QR codes on the capsules and the OlĂ app will guide you through the correct placement in Oliver.
Oliver lights each plant individually according to its current growth needs.
You just refill the water. In a few weeks, you'll be picking fresh leaves straight onto your plate.
Chives
Package includes:
1 capsule with seeds in a growing substrate
2 wicks