Chicory

Chicory seeds (Cichorium intybus) yield bittersweet salad greens, radicchio heads, and roots, with plants thriving in full sun and well-drained, neutral soil; sow after last frost or late summer.
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Crisp bitter greens for cool-season harvests

Celebrated for refined bitterness and texture, Cichorium intybus offers remarkable diversity, from compact radicchio varieties to leafy types and robust roots. This category spans Leaf chicory seeds such as Catalogna and Puntarelle seeds for crunchy shoots, classic Radicchio seeds including treviso radicchio, chioggia radicchio, and variegata di castelfranco, as well as upright Sugarloaf chicory seeds (pan di zucchero) for dense, blanched heads. Witloof chicory seeds are selected for forcing chicons, while Root chicory seeds suit traditional chicory root coffee uses. Many listings include heirloom and open-pollinated greens known for character and dependable bolt resistance. This collection of Chicory Seeds brings together salad and cooking greens that perform across cool growing windows while offering visual interest in beds and productive plots.

As cool season vegetables, these greens favour full sun with tolerance for light shade during warmer spells, thriving in moist, well-drained, fertile soils that are neutral to slightly alkaline; aim for soil pH neutral to alkaline and maintain consistent moisture. Sow in early spring after last frost for summer heads, or late summer for autumn harvest; in mild climates autumn sowing may be possible. Many types adapt to transplant vs direct sow; simply thin seedlings to promote uniform hearts and steady growth. Gardeners refine texture and flavour by blanching heads of sugarloaf and radicchio, or by producing cut-and-come-again leaves from Catalogna. Witloof selections excel when roots are lifted for indoor forcing, yielding pale, tender chicons. Compact forms from this range of Chicory Seeds can suit deep containers, while vigorous types anchor structured borders and kitchen plots.

Beyond the kitchen, allowing plants from Chicory Seeds to flower creates an airy, sky-toned flowering display valued by pollinating insects, supporting biodiversity through the season. These frost tolerant greens extend reliable harvest windows for bitter salad greens, braising mixes, and grilling, while Italian chicory seeds and Forcing chicory seeds broaden culinary traditions with distinctive textures and forms. Whether choosing Coffee chicory seeds for roots or heading types for crisp salads, the category highlights adaptable genetics tailored to varied beds, borders, and containers.

Cichorium intybus

Explore related vegetable seed categories connected to chicory, spanning salad greens and root crops that suit similar beds and rotations. This navigator links to the broader vegetables collection as well as neighboring groups that complement chicory in mixed plantings. Find close relatives for crisp salads, sturdy cooking greens for cooler spells, and versatile staples for staggered sowings, helping you compare options and plan a balanced, productive plot.

Cichorium intybus

Thrives in full sun, tolerating light shade in warm spells. Plant in moist, well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH and keep moisture consistent to moderate bitterness. Sow in early spring after the last frost for summer heads, or late summer for autumn harvests; in mild climates, autumn sowing may be possible. Direct sowing is reliable for taprooted types; transplants need gentle handling to avoid check. As a cool-season vegetable, growth is best in moderate temperatures; provide shade cloth during heat to limit bolting. Suitable for radicchio varieties such as Treviso, Chioggia, Variegata di Castelfranco and Pan di Zucchero, producing crisp salad and cooking greens with defined harvest windows; some types can be forced to produce chicons.

  • Direct sow for best taproot development; thin seedlings promptly and, if transplanting, handle plugs gently to avoid check.
  • For heading radicchio (Treviso, Chioggia, Variegata di Castelfranco, Pan di Zucchero), maintain even moisture and mulch; loose tying can aid blanching of inner leaves.
  • Suited to deep containers; use a fertile, free-draining mix and keep moisture consistent.
  • If allowed to flower, sky-blue blooms may attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
  • Young leaves, tight heads, and roots are edible; roots can be roasted and ground for a chicory-style coffee.
  • Bold foliage and occasional blue flowers offer ornamental interest in mixed plantings.

How to grow chicory from seed?

Sow chicory in moist, well-drained, fertile soil that sits on the neutral to slightly alkaline side, and give plants full sun with light shade tolerated during warmer spells. Direct sowing is straightforward: make a shallow drill, scatter seed thinly, and cover lightly to a fingernail’s depth, then keep evenly moist. Germination is reliable in cool to mild conditions, often around 10–20°C. Transplants are possible if moved while small to avoid check. Steady growth with consistent moisture helps limit bitterness and discourages premature bolting; choosing bolt‑resistant, open‑pollinated or heirloom types can also help.

When to sow chicory seeds outdoors?

Time sowings to temperature, not calendars: sow after the last frost for summer growth and heads, or sow in late summer as days shorten for autumn harvests with good color. In places with long, mild autumns, late-season sowing may extend the harvest window. Chicory generally tolerates light frosts, and cool nights can deepen the reds in treviso and chioggia radicchio. Very hot, dry periods can trigger bolting, so avoid midsummer sowings unless you can offer shade and steady moisture.

Chicory spacing and thinning guide

Thin seedlings so leaves are not crowded and air can move freely. Heading types like radicchio (chioggia, treviso, variegata di castelfranco, pan di zucchero) appreciate a generous gap—about a handspan or a little more—so heads can tighten. Leafier catalogna and puntarelle can sit a bit closer, with room to expand as outer leaves are harvested. For baby leaves, keep plants denser and harvest cut‑and‑come‑again, then remove extras to finish a few to maturity. Remove weak seedlings early and keep beds weed‑free to reduce competition for moisture and nutrients.

Can you grow chicory in containers?

Yes—use a deep, well-draining container with rich mix and good moisture retention; a pot with at least a forearm’s depth gives roots room to develop. Position in full sun, providing light afternoon shade during hot spells to reduce stress. Sow thinly and thin promptly so remaining plants have space to heart up; compact radicchio types are often the most container‑friendly. Water consistently so the medium never swings from dry to saturated, and feed modestly if growth stalls. Rotate the pot occasionally for even light and firm, symmetrical heads.

When to harvest radicchio heads, and how to blanch or force chicory?

Harvest radicchio when the head feels firm and well‑colored; cut at the base and remove outer leaves if needed. Cool nights often sharpen flavor and intensify reds. For blanching leafy types, exclude light by loosely tying outer leaves or using an opaque collar for a week or two, checking frequently to avoid rot. For forcing chicons, select suitable types (often witloof), lift mature roots after the growing season, trim leaves, and place roots upright in a moist medium in darkness at cool room temperatures; pale, tight chicons develop in several weeks.

Do chicory flowers benefit pollinators?

If a few plants are allowed to bolt, chicory produces open, typically blue flowers that can be visited by bees and other beneficial insects, offering forage when bloom is scarce. Letting select plants flower at the end of harvest can support garden biodiversity; remove spent stems before seed sheds if you wish to limit self‑seeding. Pollinator-friendly borders can combine chicory with other cool‑season vegetables and bitter salad greens for a productive, wildlife‑aware plot.

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Crisp bitter greens for cool-season harvests

Chicory seeds yield crisp, pleasantly bitter greens ranging from frilly escaroles and endives to tight radicchio heads and elongated sugarloaf types. Best grown in cool weather, sow in early spring after the last frost for late spring harvests, or in late summer for autumn cropping; in mild climates, autumn sowing may be possible. Provide well-drained, fertile soil and steady moisture to prevent premature bolting and to keep leaves tender. Full sun to light shade works; blanching inner leaves or modest frosts can mellow flavor. Thin seedlings to allow airflow, mulch to moderate soil temperature, and harvest either cut-and-come-again for young leaves or as full heads when firm. For witloof endive, lift roots after the growing season and force in darkness for compact, pale chicons. Chicory’s robust flavor suits salads, braises, and grilling, and pairs well with citrus or aged cheeses. This page relates to the broader category Vegetables Seeds.