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Unwins Chives Polyvert Seeds

Chives ‘Polyvert’ is a vigorous, high-yielding variety producing large, dark green leaves with excellent flavour. This upright-growing chive is particularly valued for its strong growth, hardiness, and good disease resistance, making it a reliable choice for gardens, allotments, and container growing.

Compared to standard chives, Polyvert produces thicker, more substantial leaves while retaining the classic mild onion flavour. Easy to grow and long-lasting, this variety provides generous harvests that are perfect for mash, baked potatoes, salads, sauces, and garnishes.

Supplied as Polyvert seed, ensuring good germination and strong, uniform plants.

Pack contains 250 seeds.

Key Features

Vigorous, high-yielding chive variety

Produces large, dark green leaves

Upright growth habit for easy harvesting

Excellent flavour with mild onion taste

Very hardy with good disease resistance

Suitable for gardens, pots, and containers

Supplied as Polyvert seed

Pack contains 250 seeds

How to Grow Chives ‘Grande’

Sow seeds indoors from March to April or outdoors from April to June. Sow thinly into fine seed compost or prepared soil and cover lightly.

Keep soil moist during germination, which usually takes 14–21 days. Thin seedlings as required or transplant into final positions once large enough to handle.

Grow chives in a sunny or lightly shaded position with well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells.

Harvest leaves regularly by snipping with scissors to encourage fresh growth. Plants will regrow quickly and can be cut several times throughout the season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chives ‘Polyvert’ suitable for containers?
Yes. Its upright habit makes it ideal for pots and containers, including windowsills.

How does Polyvert differ from standard chives?
Grande produces larger, thicker leaves and higher yields while keeping the classic chive flavour.

Is this variety hardy?
Yes. It is very hardy and returns year after year.

How often can I harvest?
Leaves can be harvested regularly throughout the growing season.

Perfect For

Kitchen gardens and allotments

Pots, containers, and herb beds

Fresh cooking and garnishes

Growers wanting high-yield herbs

Beginner and experienced gardeners