{"product_id":"endive-broadleaf-batavian-seeds-1g-heirloom-salad-green","title":"Endive Broadleaf Batavian Seeds 1g | Heirloom Salad Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eEndive Broadleaf Batavian is a classic heirloom salad green prized for its broad, upright leaves and mild, slightly bitter flavor. This variety forms a loose head of light green leaves that add crisp texture and a refreshing bite to salads, sandwiches, and garnishes. Its robust growth and tolerance to cool weather make it a reliable choice for spring and fall gardens, and it can be grown as a cut-and-come-again crop for continuous harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, Broadleaf Batavian endive is easy to grow and offers a productive yield. The plants are compact yet vigorous, making them suitable for garden beds, raised beds, or containers. Enjoy fresh, homegrown greens that are far superior to store-bought options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety with broad, light green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMildly bitter flavor, perfect for fresh salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms a loose head; can be harvested leaf by leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates cool weather and light frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact growth habit, suitable for small spaces\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 Annual (often grown as a cool-season 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, loose-heading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-10 (grown as an annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not grown for blooms; harvest leaves in cool weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep; germinate at 60-70°F (15-21°C) in 7-14 days\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 endive seeds directly in the garden in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. Prepare a seedbed with well-drained, fertile soil and sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep, spacing them 8-12 inches apart. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination. For a continuous supply, succession sow every 2-3 weeks. Endive benefits from regular watering and mulching to retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest outer leaves when they are young and tender, or wait for the head to mature. For a milder flavor, blanch the inner leaves by tying the outer leaves together a week or two before harvest. Endive is relatively pest-free but watch for slugs and aphids. With proper care, you'll enjoy fresh, crisp greens throughout the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 gram of Endive Broadleaf Batavian seeds. This is an heirloom variety, perfect for growing your own salad greens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824832577846,"sku":"FOLIA2-1374","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6513813847_6zor.jpg?v=1793004882","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/endive-broadleaf-batavian-seeds-1g-heirloom-salad-green","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}