Endive, Broadleaf - Bulk Seed

This broad leaf variety has a less bitter flavor than it's curly leaf cousins. Wonderful in salads, soups and sautés. Also known as escarole. The main ingredient in Utica Greens!

Plant in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep. Thin plants to 12" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens". Plant again in late summer for a second harvest in fall.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/8 inch
• Seeds/Oz: 20000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75 Days
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Lbs./Acre: 1
• Heirloom Year: 1860's
• Plant Scientific Name: Cichorium endivia

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