Thick Stem Endive Seeds - Vegetable Plant For Home Gardens

Thick Stem Endive Seeds are from Cichorium endivia, a cool-season leafy vegetable variety known for its sturdy growth, broad leaves, and thicker central stems. This endive type is commonly grown in home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers. Thick Stem Endive performs best in fertile, well-draining soil with consistent moisture and full sun to partial shade conditions. It provides attractive leafy growth and is suitable for spring and fall cultivation.

Features

• Seeds of the Thick Stem Endive leafy vegetable variety
• Produces broad leaves with sturdy stems
• Suitable for vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers
• Performs well in cool-season growing conditions
• Requires fertile, moisture-retentive soil
• Provides unique leafy vegetable growth

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cichorium endivia
• Common Name (US): Endive
• Seed Type / Variety: Leafy Vegetable Seed
• Growth Habit: Annual leafy vegetable plant
• USDA Zones: 3–10 (grown as an annual)
• Planting Season: Spring and Fall
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring and Fall
• Sowing Season Months: March–May, August–September
• Germination: 7–14 days under suitable conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; maintain consistent soil moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 8–12 in tall, 8–12 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 in apart