• Don’t replace scallions with chives in cooked dishes—they lose their flavor.
• Choose spring onions when you want a stronger onion presence.
• Store scallions upright in a jar of water to keep them crisp longer.
• Freeze chopped scallions for cooking (texture softens, flavor stays).

 The Bottom Line

Even though they look similar, each has its own role:

• Scallions/green onions: Everyday, versatile staple
• Spring onions: Extra onion flavor with a tender bulb
• Chives: Light, fresh finishing touch—like edible green confetti

Good cooking isn’t about complicated ingredients—it’s about choosing the right one at the right moment.