{"product_id":"3000-chicory-seeds-cichorium-intybus-heirloom-edible-greens-root-herb","title":"3000 Chicory Seeds, Cichorium intybus, Heirloom Edible Greens \u0026 Root Herb","description":"\u003cp\u003eChicory (\u003cem\u003eCichorium intybus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a versatile heirloom plant grown for its edible leaves and roots. This hardy perennial is often cultivated as an annual or biennial for its nutritious greens, which can be used fresh in salads or cooked like spinach. The roots can be roasted and used as a coffee substitute or added to soups and stews. Chicory also produces attractive blue flowers that attract pollinators, making it a valuable addition to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 3000 seeds, this packet offers ample supply for a variety of culinary and ornamental uses. Whether you're growing for the kitchen or to enhance your landscape, chicory is a resilient and rewarding plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety with edible leaves and roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces blue flowers that attract beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and adaptable to various growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose: culinary and ornamental\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerous seed count for multiple plantings\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 (often 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright rosette\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 directly in the garden after the last frost, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting. Plant seeds about 1\/4 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist until germination. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow for healthy growth. Chicory prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain moisture. Harvest leaves when young for salads, or allow roots to mature for roasting. Chicory is relatively low-maintenance and resistant to most pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e3000 Chicory seeds (\u003cem\u003eCichorium intybus\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67836017213750,"sku":"FOLIA2-1815","price":60.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6559547483_d5d9.jpg?v=1793097346","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/3000-chicory-seeds-cichorium-intybus-heirloom-edible-greens-root-herb","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}