When to plant
:
Purchase seedlings from a garden supply store, or start seeds
indoors eight to ten weeks before the average last frost date. Plant seedlings in the early
spring. Chives are perennials and take several years to reach their full size, so harvest
lightly until your plants are well-established.
Light requirement
:
Full sun.
5) Mesclun Mix
T
he word "mesclun" comes from
the Provençal word for "mixture."
In gardening terms, mesclun
is a combination of seeds that are
planted together to create a ready-
made baby salad featuring a variety of
colors, flavors and textures. The result
is similar to the packaged salad mixes
you can find in grocery stores, but far
more fresh and exciting. Seed catalogs
often have a variety of mesclun mixes
to choose from, typically featuring
arugula, mustard greens and lettuce.
Tip
:
To achieve success with mescluns, sow
seeds thinly (about one seed per square half-
inch). Plant some each week and harvest leaves
with scissors as soon as they look ready.
When to plant
:
Plant a little mesclun
every one to two weeks from early spring to
early summer. In mild-winter climates, plant
again from late summer to mid-fall. Water well
and protect from hot temperatures.
Light requirement
:
Full sun to
partial shade.
