Chives
Leek- to onion-like
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Chives
The taste of chives is described as leek-like to onion-like. Consumed fresh, it provides many valuable nutrients, including vitamins A, B, and C.
Organic Plus Quality
Enjoy for 8 Months
Seeds Already Included
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Growing is really easy with the plant capsules:
Simply place the capsule in one of your free plant baskets and in just a few weeks you can enjoy your first harvest.
Thanks to the special design of the plant basket, the capsule always receives just the right amount of water. So your plant can neither dry out nor get overwatered.
Leek- to onion-like
Hand-picked seed selection
When hand-picking our seeds, we look for organic seed stock that gives the plants a full-bodied flavor and makes them very easy to digest. We rely on top seed quality and regional sourcing. Before the seeds finally make it into our range, they are extensively tested by our plant teams.
Insert and enjoy
With the capsules, the seeds meet their perfect environment. The capsules are made of natural materials and are peat-free. They have an ideal pH value and are free from pesticides, fungicides and all that other stuff. Best of all, they permanently keep their shape. For complete convenience, we make sure they come pre-enriched with mineral fertilizer and even contain the seeds. That's why we fill them ourselves at our site in Münster/ Hiltrup.
Healthier and fresher
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Growing with the homefarm, harvesting and eating right away gives your herbs, Microgreens and salads many times more nutrients. It can even be up to 70 times more. This also has a positive effect on taste and freshness.
Weeks
Herbs from the supermarket have often been on a long journey after harvest or are overloaded with fertilizers. On top of that come temperature fluctuations, storage times and stress. All of this has a negative impact on nutrients, taste and freshness.
Long harvest period vs. a wilting plastic pot
The capsule technology of the homefarm gives your plants a very long lifespan. Compared to herb pots from the supermarket, it is on average 4 times as long.
More sustainable
Making a big difference together
A positive impact on people and
nature, one plant at a time. The plant capsules and the homefarm make for a highly sustainable way of growing.
So far, the urbanhive community has saved 9,000,000 transport kilometers, 288,000 liters of water and 0.2 tonnes of single-use plastic.
And that is just the beginning. The more people join in, the bigger the impact. Above all, people have been able to marvel at the wonder of nature day and night in their own homes and watch a tiny seed grow into an edible, flavorful plant.
Germination guarantee
The homefarm, the seeds, the capsules and the app form a perfect symbiosis for healthy growth, a rich harvest and above all great taste. That's why we give a germination guarantee for every plant capsule. If a capsule doesn't germinate, simply send us a photo of the plant capsule and you'll get it for free with your next order.
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Chives – the culinary all-rounder
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are a versatile and delicious plant found in many kitchens. Although chives are easy to look after in the homefarm, there are a few important things to keep in mind to ensure they stay healthy and give a good harvest.
How do I harvest chives properly?
You should harvest chives regularly to encourage healthy growth. The best time to cut chives is during the harvest phase. The urbanhive app tells you exactly when the time has come. Cut the stems a little above the base of the plant capsule and always leave some green so the plant can keep growing.
Flavour and use
Besides their delicious aroma and taste, chives also offer a number of health benefits. They are rich in vitamin C, vitamin A and iron. These nutrients can strengthen the immune system, improve eye health and contribute to blood formation. Chives also contain sulphur compounds that have antioxidant properties and may reduce the risk of certain cancers.
Not only their delicate taste but also their health benefits make chives an excellent choice for culinary creations. When things need to be quick, a slice of bread with chives or scrambled eggs garnished with chives is a good choice.