Endive Seeds - Green Curled Ruffec HEIRLOOM - OPEN POLLINATED
- Grows up to 15 Inches Heads
- 90 Days to Harvest
- Will tolerate some shade, but prefers full sun exposure
Availability & Turnaround Time
All seeds are shipped year-round, while flower bulbs are shipped on a seasonal basis. Typical turnaround times for in-stock items is between 2 – 5 business days.
| Category | Shipping Period |
|---|---|
| All Seeds: | |
| Zones 2 – 10 | Year-Round |
| Spring Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Warmest Regions First): | |
| Zones 8 – 10 | Early-Mid March |
| Zones 7 | Mid-Late March |
| Zones 6 | Late March - Early April |
| Zones 5 | Early-Mid April |
| Zones 2 – 4 | Late April - Early May |
| Fall Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Coldest Regions First*): | |
| Zones 2-4 | Mid September |
| Zones 5 | Mid-Late September |
| Zones 6 | Late September |
| Zones 7 | Late September - Early October |
| Zones 8-10 | Early October |
We try our utmost to maintain reliable inventory of all products, and are very proud of our record in doing so. However, as we are a company engaged in what Mother Nature provides, we do sometimes experience shortages and crop failures beyond our control. If, for any reason, we are required to backorder any portion of your order, rest assured we will keep you apprised of updated shipping information and/or any other options that may satisfy your needs and wishes.
Product Description
"Green Curled Ruffec" Endive Seeds - Heirloom Endive Seeds
The Green Curled Ruffec is a classic heirloom endive that adds a tasty and unusual punch to any salad or mesclun mix. Plant Green Curled Ruffec endive indoors or out and enjoy a bountiful harvest.
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Fast Facts
Name: Green Curled Ruffec Endive Botanical Name: Chicorium endiva "Green Curled Ruffec" Type: Heirloom Size at Maturity: 15" Heads Days to Maturity: 90 Days Light Requirement: Sun/Partial Shade Planting Time: Cool Season Sowing Method: Direct or Indoor Sow Planting Depth: 1/8" Plant Spacing: 15" - 18" apart Seeds per Pound: NA Hardiness Zones: All Ships: Year-round Average Seeds Per Packet: ~1 tsp -
Planting Instructions
When to Plant:
- 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.
How to Grow:
- 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. Full sun is preferred, but endive will tolerate some shade.
- 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.
When to Harvest:
- 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.
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