Chicory (Cichorium intybus) 3000 Seeds - Edible Leaves & Roots, Heirloom

About This Plant

Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is an heirloom plant valued for edible leaves and roots. Leaves are suitable for salads or sautéing, while roots can be roasted to make a coffee substitute. This drought-tolerant, cool-season crop features green leaves and blue flowers, and attracts pollinators.

What You Will Receive

3000 seeds of Chicory (Cichorium intybus), heirloom edible greens and root herb. Seeds are non-detailed in size or packaging information.

Growing Information

• Sunlight: Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Water: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Mature Size: 12-18 inches tall
• Growth Rate: Medium
• Harvest Time: Leaves in 60-90 days; roots in 120-150 days
• Ideal For: Salads, sautéing, coffee substitute, pollinator-friendly wildflower areas