Endive (Escarole) Seeds - Broadleaf Batavian HEIRLOOM - OPEN POLLINATED
- Excellent flavor and texture!
- A wonderful addition to salads
- Will tolerate some shade, but prefers full sun exposure
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
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| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
| *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots | |
Product Description
Heirloom "Broadleaf Batavian" Endive Seeds - Escarole Seeds
The Broadleaf Batavian Endive is also commonly known as Escarole. This delicious and versatile endive can be used in salad greens, in vinaigrette, or eaten raw. Plant Broadleaf Batavian Endive (Escarole) seeds in either spring or late summer and enjoy a bountiful harvest.
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Fast Facts
Name: Endive (Escarole) Seeds - Broadleaf Batavian Botanical Name: Chicorium endiva Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Cool Season Plant Type: Broadleaf Features: Heirloom, Container Garden, Good for Microgreens Fruit Size: 10-12" heads Days to Maturity: 60-90 Days Plant Spacing: 6 inches Planting Depth: 1/8 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow, Start Indoors Cold Stratification: No Hardiness Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Grow Broadleaf Batavian Endives
When to Plant Endive Seeds
For best results, start indoors as early as 8-10 weeks in small pots or egg cartons and place them in a greenhouse or a warm, moist environment. Sow outdoors 4-6 weeks before your anticipated final frost date in the Spring.The goal is to harvest before daytime temperatures exceed 85 degrees F, and the plant is ready to harvest generally 80-90 days after they’re sown.
Where to Plant Endive Seeds
Full sun is preferred, but endive will tolerate some shade.
How to Plant Endive Seeds
If starting inside, transfer to your garden after the danger of frost has passed, and plant 6 inches apart. If sowing outdoors or when transferring, plant in well-draining loose soil. Keep area moist and evenly watered to promote faster growth. A lack of water will cause leaves to become bitter. You can add aged compost to planting area before sowing and side dress plants with compost midseason.
How to Harvest Endive
Harvest 80-90 days after planting, when leaves are about 5 – 6 inches tall. Cut right above soil level for continuous harvest. If harvesting in the fall, make sure to harvest before any frost, or else your endive crop will be ruined. Endive can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can freeze, can, or dry the leaves.
Product Reviews
Review
Escarole Broadleaf Batavian
Impressed with the quality of your seeds. Germination 100%. Bought some packets of seeds locally for Italian parsley and basil and planted at the same time. None of them came up! From now on, it's Eden all the way! Thanks.
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Escarole
I know this as escarole, and was very happy with the resulys achieved. I was pleasantly surprised by the extent of growth.
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