{"product_id":"1000-broadleaf-batavian-endive-seeds-heirloom-lettuce","title":"1000 Broadleaf Batavian Endive Seeds – Heirloom Lettuce","description":"\u003cp\u003eBroadleaf Batavian Endive is a hardy heirloom leafy green prized for its broad, crisp leaves and mild, slightly nutty flavor. Often grouped with lettuce-type greens, it forms a full, open head that adds texture and substance to salads, sandwiches, and cooked dishes. Its robust nature makes it a dependable choice for gardeners who want a long harvest of fresh greens across cool seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis old-fashioned variety is valued for its ability to stand in the garden without bolting quickly, providing a steady supply of tender leaves. Whether grown as a cut-and-come-again crop or allowed to mature into full heads, Broadleaf Batavian Endive brings reliable productivity to kitchen gardens, raised beds, and market plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety with broad, slightly ruffled leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms open, Batavian-type heads with crisp texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild, nutty flavor that is less bitter than some endives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood tolerance for cool weather and light frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile for fresh salads and cooked preparations\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 endivia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial grown as annual\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, fertile soil rich in organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, open-heading rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not grown for bloom; harvest leaves in cool seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Broadleaf Batavian Endive seeds directly in the garden or start indoors for transplanting. For direct sowing, plant seeds about 1\/4 inch deep in prepared soil, spacing them thinly and covering lightly. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination, which typically occurs within 7-14 days. Thin seedlings to stand 8-12 inches apart to allow full head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEndive thrives in cool weather and can be planted in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry spells, and mulch to keep roots cool. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut entire heads at the base. A light frost can improve flavor by reducing bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1000 Broadleaf Batavian Endive seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739760394550,"sku":"EDNA-294","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7718616264_92cm.jpg?v=1792115289","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/1000-broadleaf-batavian-endive-seeds-heirloom-lettuce","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}