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This broad leaf variety has a less bitter flavor than it's curly leaf cousins. Bentley Seeds Broadleaf Batavian Endive seeds grows endive that is wonderful in salads, soups and sautés.
Also known as escarole, is the main ingredient in Utica Greens, a regional favorite side dish found in NYC and Central New York! Flavorful and versatile.
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
- 260-270 Seeds Per Packet
- Seeds/Oz: 20000
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 75 Days
- Sowing Method: Direct
- Heirloom Year: 1860's
- Cichorium endivia
Learn more about growing cold weather crops from Gary at the Rusted Garden.
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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