250+ Seeds Chicory Italian Dandelion Heirloom Non-GMO Leafy Vegetable for Salad

These Italian Dandelion chicory seeds produce an heirloom variety prized for its deeply lobed, dandelion-like leaves. The plants offer a mildly bitter, crisp texture that adds a gourmet twist to fresh salads, cooked greens, and many culinary uses.

Ideal for home gardeners, this leafy vegetable grows quickly and can be harvested at baby-leaf stage for tender salads or left to mature for robust cooking greens. It thrives in cool weather and makes an excellent addition to spring and fall gardens.
Species: Cichorium intybus
Variety: Italian Dandelion
Type: Leafy vegetable
Plant Habit: Upright rosette
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, fertile
Days to Harvest: 55-65 days
Zones: Annual in 3-9
Germination: 7-14 days
Sowing: Sow 1/4 inch deep, keep moist
Spacing: 6-8 inches apart
Notes: Bitter flavor milds with cooking