Chicory Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

to chicons blanched indoors through winter. It is an old-world staple that rewards patient gardeners with flavor no supermarket bag delivers. Who it's for Ideal for cooks who love a sharp, bitter edge in salads and braises, and for gardeners who want a cold-tolerant green that keeps producing when lettuces fade. How & when to plant Direct sow 2-3 weeks before your last spring frost, or in mid to late summer for a fall crop. Sow 1/4 inch deep, thin to 8-10 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart. Chicory likes full sun and cool weather and grows well in USDA zones 3-9. Keep soil evenly moist for steady leaf growth. Harvest Cut baby leaves in about 30-40 days, or let heads mature in 80-100 days. Harvest outer leaves as needed, or lift roots in fall to force pale chicons in a dark, cool spot. Benefits & uses Chicory leaves add a bitter bite to mixed salads, and mature heads are excellent grilled or braised. The roasted root has long been used as a coffee substitute and additive. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Chicory From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.