{"product_id":"20-seeds-cichorium-intybus-chicory-herb","title":"20 Seeds Cichorium intybus Chicory Herb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCichorium intybus, commonly known as chicory, is a hardy herbaceous perennial treasured for its bright blue flowers and versatile, slightly bitter leaves. It brings a crisp, distinctive character to gardens and kitchens alike, offering both ornamental charm and edible value across the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe young leaves are enjoyed fresh in salads, while older foliage is often cooked or used in soups and stews for its pleasantly bitter, robust flavor. Roots can be roasted and used as a warm beverage. Plants form a deep taproot and upright rosette of foliage, sending up tall stems topped with blue blooms that draw pollinators during summer. Valued as a low-maintenance edible and ornamental for mixed borders and kitchen gardens alike.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Cichorium intybus\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Herbaceous perennial\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Upright rosette with tall flowering stems\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, moderately fertile\u003cbr\u003e\nDays_to_Harvest: 60 to 90\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 3 to 8\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 7 to 14 days\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Surface sow, lightly cover, keep moist\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 12 to 18 inches\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Flowers in the second year in cooler climates\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663345516680,"sku":"EXGA-1135","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_93243c69-db13-4ca9-8174-f2042ea8b94a.png?v=1791896683","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/20-seeds-cichorium-intybus-chicory-herb","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}