4 WAYS to preserve chives A low maintenance perennial, fresh garden chives have a mild onion flavour and can be used in many dishes. You can choose to cut the outer part of the plant and harvest only what you need throughout the season or harvest in full when blossoms appear for preserving. Here’s what you can do with them Soak the leaves and flowers in water to remove any dirt, bugs or debris. Dehydrate, chop the greens in small pieces and use an oven on low heat or use a dehydrator. Freeze, ch