Vegetables
Intermediate
Perennial often grown annual/biennial
Chicory
Cichorium intybus
About Plant: Chicory
Hardy leafy crop grown for bitter greens or roots; includes many beautiful red and green forms.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun
WaterRegular moisture
SoilFertile, well-drained (5.5–7.0)
Spacing8–12 inches
Height12–36 inches
Time to Harvest70-100
Planting Depth0.25 inch
Germination Time7–14 days
Expert Growing Tips
Cool temperatures improve leaf quality; some types can be forced indoors for winter chicons.