Chicory Definition

(12-18”) Garnet Stem Catalogna features tall dandelion-like leaves for mesclun. 25,000 seeds/oz.; 1-3 lbs./acre; 10-21 days. 35 days for baby leaf, 65 days full size. Leaves are dark green with deep red stems and veins.

(15-18″ heads) Di Tipo Witloof Di Bruxelles is the variety used to grow the white Belgian Endive seen in the markets. The leaves are mildly bitter and delicious. 25,000 seeds/oz.; 1-3 lbs./acre; 10-21 days.

Miscuglio Mixture is a mix of every kind of heading chicory and some leaf chicories. 25,000 seeds/oz.; 1-3 lbs./acre; 10-21 days. It can be planted any time soil temperatures are 65-70°F.

Bittersweet flavor. 25,000 seeds/oz.; 1-3 lbs./acre; 10-21 days. Plant Red Verona Radicchio in June for fall harvest of small, gourmet, cabbage-like heads that turn burgundy red. Seeds go dormant when soil temperature is over 80°F.

Harvest at baby leaf size or full size. (8-12”) Italian Dandelion. 48 days, full size. Seeds go dormant when soil temperature is over 80°F. With its white stems and dark green leaves, our Certified Organic Catalogna Emerald looks like dandelion but...

25,000 seeds/oz.; 1-3 lbs./acre; 10-21 days. Midsummer plantings can be made in cold frames for the longest harvest window. Seeds go dormant when soil temperature is over 80°F. Spring plant for baby leaves.

Plant outdoors in a sunny spot with proper drainage. Chicory Seeds Chicory is a very versatile plant that is equally cherished as a flower and as an herb. Though chicory is most famously used in teas, it has also traditionally been used to flavor coffees...

Sow seeds 1" apart, rows 12–18" apart. Mild, slightly bitter flavor. One of the most attractive escaroles. Other maturities listed are from transplant; add about 10 days if direct seeding.1M/160', 5M/830', 25M/4,150', 175M/acre at 6 seeds/ft.

Careful variety selection is important for hot weather plantings. Thin to 8" apart; thinnings may be transplanted. 19,200 seeds/oz. Sow seeds 1" apart, rows 12-18" apart. Dry soil must be watered to ensure coolness and moisture, and for uniform germination.Sow...

Other maturities listed are from transplant; add about 10 days if direct seeding.1M/160', 5M/830', 25M/4,150', 175M/acre at 6 seeds/ft. For baby leaf: Sow in 2–4" wide bands, 6 seeds/in., 1M/13'; 5M/65'; 250'/oz.; 4,000'/lb.If anything you purchase...

High bolt tolerance.For North American production, these varieties are vast improvements over older types, but are still not perfectly uniform or completely predictable. Summer crops can be successful if nights are cool (below 60°F/16°C).If anything...

Careful variety selection is important for hot weather plantings. Optimum germination results at soil temperatures of 60-68°F (15.5-20°C).Sow in flats, 4 seeds/in., or in ¾" plug trays, barely covering seeds with fine vermiculite, 3-4 weeks before...

Cover seed lightly, about 1/8", and firm soil gently. Technically a Wallone type. Packet: 200 seeds.Endive is hardy and can be planted as early as the soil can be worked. Dry soil must be watered to ensure coolness and moisture, and for uniform germination.

An old French heirloom frisee endive forms a heart of finely cut, frilly leaves that are mildly bitter, and deliciously crispy in gourmet salad mixes. Tie the heads closed one week before harvest to blanch the center to a creamy white color.

18,200 seeds/oz. Harvest at 5-6 weeks.Radicchio grows best in cool or mild weather, i.e. fall, winter, and spring. Sow every 3 weeks for a continuous supply of fresh radicchio.Radicchio seed can enter thermal dormancy when exposed to high temperatures...

Optimum germination results at soil temperatures of 60-68°F (15.5-20°C).Sow in flats, 4 seeds/in., or in ¾" plug trays, barely covering seeds with fine vermiculite, 3-4 weeks before transplanting outdoors.

Cover seed lightly, about 1/8", and firm soil gently. Suitable for warm-season production. Packet: 200 seeds.Endive is hardy and can be planted as early as the soil can be worked. Dry soil must be watered to ensure coolness and moisture, and for uniform...

Transplant 8" apart in rows 18" apart. Although bred for specific seasons, it is still best to trial more than one variety, using succession plantings to determine which one suits your conditions.

Suitable for all cropping seasons.For North American production, these varieties are vast improvements over older types, but are still not perfectly uniform or completely predictable.

In warm climates, sowing outdoors or transplanting occurs September through March. The cultivation is very similar. Chicory herb plants are easy to grow in the garden as a cool season crop.

Optimum germination results at soil temperatures of 60-68°F (15.5-20°C).Sow in flats, 4 seeds/in., or in ¾" plug trays, barely covering seeds with fine vermiculite, 3-4 weeks before transplanting outdoors.