Common name: Chive, garlic

Scientific name: Allium tuberosum

Family: Liliaceae

Uses: Culinary, decorative.Garlic chives have attractive flowers and can be used in containers. Culinary uses include salads, soups, soft cheese, herbal butters, herbal vinegars, & grilled meats. It also attracts butterflies.

History: Also known as Chinese Chives, this herb was first recorded between 4000 and 5000 years ago in China.