{"product_id":"100-organic-heirloom-blue-chicory-seeds-cichorium-intybus-flower-garden-planting","title":"100 Organic Heirloom Blue Chicory Seeds - Cichorium intybus Flower Garden Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlue Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is a hardy perennial wildflower known for its striking sky-blue flowers that open in the morning and close by afternoon. This heirloom variety brings a cheerful, naturalized look to meadows, wildflower gardens, and roadside plantings. The dandelion-like blooms appear along tall, stiff stems in summer and are highly attractive to pollinators, making chicory a valuable addition to any pollinator-friendly landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChicory is easy to grow from seed and tolerates poor soils, drought, and heat once established. Its deep taproot helps it thrive in challenging conditions, and the plant often self-seeds to return year after year. Use it in cottage gardens, wildflower mixes, or as a colorful border accent. The edible leaves and roots have a long history of culinary use, though this listing focuses on its ornamental garden value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant blue flowers that bloom from summer into fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant and adaptable to poor soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, open-pollinated variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial in USDA zones 3-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cichorium intybus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial wildflower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, average to poor soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow chicory seeds outdoors in spring or early fall, directly in the garden. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface and keep moist until germination; do not cover deeply as light aids germination. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing once they are a few inches tall. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. After establishment, chicory requires little supplemental water except in extreme drought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeadhead spent flowers to prevent unwanted self-seeding, or allow some blooms to mature if you want the plant to naturalize. Chicory has few pest and disease issues and is generally low-maintenance. Cut back stems in late fall or early spring to tidy the plant and encourage fresh growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e100 organic heirloom blue chicory seeds (Cichorium intybus) for garden planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67862004007222,"sku":"FSG-064","price":11.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7765243656_r6qm.jpg?v=1793267566","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/100-organic-heirloom-blue-chicory-seeds-cichorium-intybus-flower-garden-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}