Herb Gardening : How to Cut Chives Off the Plant

Consider the amount of chives you need and cut them into small pieces. Leave a half an inch of space between the base of the plant and the stem when cutting.

No, you only need to cut the amount of chives you will be using. For example, for a family of three, you may choose about a third of the chive stems from the plant.

You can use basic scissors, cooking shears, or a sharp knife to cut chives.

Spread them out in a tray or shallow dish in an indirect sunlight environment. Make sure they don't mold or mildew and allow them to dry sufficiently.

Once the chives have become dry, crumble them up and put them in a jar. They can be preserved for a year or two for use in the kitchen when fresh herbs are not available.