• Close-up of a Chicory flowers with delicate blue petals against a blurred green background.
  • Close-up of a Chicory flower with delicate blue petals set against a blurred green background.
  • A close-up of a small, white, star-shaped chicory flower, surrounded by green leaves.
  • Close-up of a Chicory flowers with delicate blue petals against a white backhground
  • Close-up of a Chicory flower with delicate blue petals set against a blurred green background.
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Chicory Seeds

This lovely blue wildflower is said to have healing properties

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Medicinal
Edible
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Cichorium intybus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 60 inches

COLOR

  • Blue

Chicory is a very versatile plant that is equally cherished as a flower and as an herb. Chicory seeds can be planted in the most challenging of conditions, and actually tend to thrive in less-than-ideal soil. Though chicory is most famously used in teas, it has also traditionally been used to flavor coffees as well. Plant outdoors in a sunny spot with proper drainage.

This item may be considered invasive in specific areas of the USA. Please check with your local agricultural office for more information.

  • Biennial wildflower that's also popularly used as an herb
  • Open pollinated late-summer bloomer that's great for microgreens
  • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 8 to 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 675 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 19,123 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 76,492 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 305,968 Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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Chicory Seeds

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Chicory Seeds FAQs

What is Chicory also known as?

Chicory is also known as Blue Sailors and Blue Dandelion.

What type of seed is Chicory?

Chicory is an open pollinated seed.

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