This plant has given me so much confidence as an indoor gardenerand home chef.

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I’ve had houseplants for many years, but I never really considered myself anindoor gardener.

So, I didn’t think that could be meuntil I got a chive plant.

chives in a potted plant

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I’ve never felt so resourceful.

However, getting a chive plant can really change that perception, because they’re quite easy to maintain.

The most important thing for keeping an indoor chive plant alive is a good amount of sunlight.

Chives need six to eight hours of sunlight, so a sunny, south-facing window is the best option.

However, the healthy leaves quickly started flopping and drying upand I was worried my plant was toast.

But, once I moved it to the south-facing windowsill in my bedroom, things quickly turned back around.

However, I’ll admit that I haven’t been perfect in this department either.

I also love to use chives for simple, everyday cooking to level up my scrambled eggs or veggies.