Chicory Seeds - for Gardens
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Grow fresh and nutritious chicory greens with these premium seeds, perfect for adding flavor and variety to your garden. Chicory is valued for its slightly bitter yet refreshing taste, making it ideal for salads, sautés, and soups. Rich in vitamins and minerals, it’s a healthy choice for your kitchen.




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Features
Life Cycle
Biennial, grown annual
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Growth Habit
Upright, leafy
Flavor Profile
Bitter, earthy
Plant Characteristics
Green leaves, edible roots
Use
Culinary, ornamental
Growing Conditions
Full sun, partial shade
Harvest Advantages
Quick regrowth
Plant Resistance
Cold tolerant
About Chicory Seeds – for Gardens
Cichorium intybus
Seed Names
Chicory seeds
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Chicory seeds are a versatile garden choice, producing leafy greens and edible roots that are valued both in the kitchen and as herbal remedies. Known for their slightly bitter taste, chicory leaves are excellent in salads, while roots can be roasted for coffee substitutes. Easy to cultivate and resilient, chicory is perfect for diverse garden settings.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
Planting Depth
¼ inch
Sowing Method
Direct sow in rows
Plant Spacing
6–8 inches
Days to Maturity
45–65 days (greens)
Soil Preparation
Direct sow outdoors
Hardiness Zones
USDA 4–10
Water Needs
Moderate, regular
Planting Season
Early spring or fall
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
up to 6 sq. ft.
500
up to 30 sq. ft.
1000
up to 60 sq. ft.