The difference between leek and chives

Difference: Look at the leaves

The leaves of Onion Orchid are round, upright and not easy to bend or fall over; the leaves of Chive Orchid are flat, wider, and easier to bend or fall over; the leaves of Chive Orchid are linear, very similar to leeks. As the name suggests, the leaves of Allium orchid look like onions. This is still very obvious. However, the distinction here refers to when both are growing normally. If they grow poorly, it would be difficult to tell them apart.

Difference: Look at the flowers

The flowers of Allium orchid are generally white, while the flowers of Chive orchid are generally pink. The flowers of Chive orchid are slightly larger than those of Allium orchid. There is not much difference in the flower shapes, except that the onion orchid is white and the leek orchid is red.

Difference: Look at the habits

The flowers of Allium orchid bloom in autumn. They are mostly white with a little red. The flowers are divided into six petals and are relatively long. They like light and are very tolerant to partial shade. If the light is too strong, it will easily be sunburned.

Allium has strong vitality and is very resistant to drought and high temperatures. The most suitable growth temperature is 22~30℃. The flowering period is midsummer, and the flowers are often pink with 6 or 8 petals.