Watering correctly is one of the trickiest tasks for every gardener. Not only does each type of plant have its own specific needs in terms of frequency and type of water - not every plant can be watered with tap water - but when and how often you need to water also depends on factors such as location, season and weather.
How often should you water chives?
Chives in the garden should only be watered during prolonged drought in hot summers. However, potted chives require regular watering, although waterlogging should be avoided. Make sure the soil is moist and has good drainage (€19.00 on Amazon) in the pot.
Do you have to water chives in the garden
Basically, you don't have to worry about planted chives in the garden - if the location is right, they will grow happily even without much care. You only have to water the plant with a watering can in hot summers, when it stays dry for a long time. Yellow, dry-looking stalks are a strong indication that your chives are too dry - remember, the plant loves moisture. By the way, you can safely use tap water – chives love lime.
Water the chives properly in the pot
Unlike planted chives, potted chives should be watered regularly. The specific frequency depends on how large the pot is, how exposed the plant is to the sun and what time of year it is. Basically, the basic rule is that the more soil plants have, the less they need to be watered. In addition, there is naturally significantly more watering in summer than in winter. Make sure that the potting soil is always kept moist; chives must not dry out. At the same time, however, the plant must not be too wet, as waterlogging leads to root rot. Therefore, good drainage (€19.00 on Amazon) in the pot and loose soil are essential.
Tips & Tricks
Chives harmonize particularly well with parsley, basil and other thirsty herbs. When planting, make sure to only plant herbs with similar needs - thyme, rosemary and sage, for example, do not get along well with chives in this regard, as they are rather drought-loving plants.
