Chicory Seeds - Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Chicory seeds produce a hardy, cool-season plant with upright growth and deep green, slightly serrated leaves. This plant adapts well to a variety of soil types and performs reliably in garden beds, raised beds, and open fields. It prefers full sun to partial shade and grows best in well-drained soil with moderate fertility. Chicory establishes steadily and can tolerate cooler temperatures, making it suitable for seasonal cultivation in temperate climates.

Features

• Hardy plant with upright, leafy growth
• Suitable for cool to moderate growing conditions
• Adaptable to various well-drained soil types
• Performs well in garden beds and field cultivation
• Tolerates cooler temperatures during growth
• Moderate maintenance with consistent watering

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cichorium intybus
• Common Name (US): Chicory
• Seed Type / Variety: Leafy vegetable seed
• Growth Habit: Upright, rosette-forming biennial (grown as annual)
• USDA Zones: 3–9
• Planting Season: Spring and fall
• Growing Season: Cool season
• Sowing Season:
  • Spring: March to May
  • Fall: September to October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 15–20°C with consistent moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 30–100 cm height, 30–45 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 20–30 cm apart