About Plant: Escarole
Broad-leaved chicory for salads, soups and braises.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterConsistent moisture; adjust to crop and weather
SoilFertile, well-drained soil (6.0–7.0)
Spacing10–12 inches
HeightVaries by cultivar
Time to Harvest45–85 days
Planting DepthFollow seed packet or set nursery plant at original depth
Germination TimeVaries by crop
Expert Growing Tips
Keep soil evenly moist and grow in cool weather; use an early spring crop and a midsummer sowing for fall. For milder hearts, blanch mature heads by drawing the outer leaves together around the center.