What are chives? Allium schoenoprasum, the chive plant, is related to onions (Alliaceae). This plant is an attractive garden perennial because it has lavender flowers, grows in clumps, and can survive in cold weather. It has hollow leaves that look like grass and taste like mild onions. These leaves are often used in salads and dips. The tiny flowers start to bloom in late May or early June. You can eat these and put them in salads, or you can use them to make flower arrangements. Chives benefits: ◉ Improve heart health. ◉ Promote healthy skin. ◉ Foster healthy hair. ◉ Improve vision. Buy it from the natural health food store in the USA - Alive Herbals.