When to Plant Chives in Zone 4
Allium schoenoprasum
Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 4 Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
Apr 19
6–8 weeks before transplant
Transplant Out
May 17
After last frost (May 10)
Direct Sow
May 17
Directly in garden bed
First Harvest
Jul 26
60–90 days after planting
Season Ends
Sep 22
Before first frost (Sep 25)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
8 inches apart
Planting Depth
0.25 inch
Min Soil Temp
45°F
Germination
7–14 days
Days to Maturity
60–90 days
Frost Tolerance
Heavy frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–7.0
Difficulty
Easy
Recommended for Zone 4
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Chives Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | Apr 24 | May 22 | May 22 | Jul 31 | Sep 12 |
| Zone 4 | Apr 19 | May 17 | May 17 | Jul 26 | Sep 22 |
| Zone 5 | Apr 9 | May 7 | May 7 | Jul 16 | Sep 14 |
| Zone 6 | Mar 25 | Apr 22 | Apr 22 | Jul 1 | Aug 30 |
| Zone 7 | Mar 15 | Apr 12 | Apr 12 | Jun 21 | Aug 20 |
| Zone 8 | Feb 27 | Mar 27 | Mar 27 | Jun 5 | Aug 4 |
| Zone 9 | Feb 7 | Mar 7 | Mar 7 | May 16 | Jul 15 |
| Zone 10 | Jan 20 | Feb 17 | Feb 17 | Apr 28 | Jun 27 |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.