Italian Dandelion Vegetable Seeds
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Features
Life Cycle
Biennial
Planting Season
Early Spring
Growth Habit
Upright Rosette
Flavor Profile
Bitter, Earthy
Plant Characteristics
Deep Green Leaves
Use
Culinary, Medicinal
Growing Conditions
Moist, Rich Soil
Harvest Advantages
Fast Growing
Plant Resistance
Cold Tolerant
Italian Dandelion Vegetable Seeds
Cichorium intybus
Seed Names
Italian Dandelion, Chicory
Seed Type
Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
Italian Dandelion is not a true dandelion but a leafy heirloom chicory variety known for its rich green leaves and pleasantly bitter taste. Popular in Italian cuisine, it adds nutrition and texture to salads, sautés, and herbal remedies.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1/4 inch
Sowing Method
Direct Sow
Plant Spacing
6–8 inches
Days to Maturity
50–60 Days
Soil Preparation
Fertile, Well-Tilled
Hardiness Zones
4–9
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Spring or Fall
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 20 sq ft
500
Up to 100 sq ft
1000
Up to 200 sq ft