{"title":"All Chicory Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/files\/chicory.png?4927123688492048298\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChicory is primarily cultivated for its leaves, which are often used in salads, and for its roots, which can be roasted and ground to produce a coffee substitute. The plant thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it suitable for a range of gardening environments. It can tolerate drought conditions, which is an advantageous trait for gardeners in arid regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chicory plant is a versatile and beneficial addition to any garden. Its combination of ornamental beauty, nutritional value, and positive impact on soil health makes it a worthy consideration for both novice and experienced gardeners alike. By cultivating chicory, gardeners can enjoy a sustainable and productive gardening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100.088%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100.089%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/good-companion-plants-for-chicory\"\u003eShop Good Companion Plants for Chicory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"radicchio","title":"Radicchio - Classic Red (Italian Chicory)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Page 69afae66 fb03 4ed9 b8bd 6f224698210a grande\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/products\/page_69afae66-fb03-4ed9-b8bd-6f224698210a.jpg?v=1406608507\" style=\"float: none;\" data-mce-style=\"float: none;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/products\/page_69afae66-fb03-4ed9-b8bd-6f224698210a.jpg?v=1406608507\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #38761d;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadicchio is sometimes also referred to as the Italian \u003ci\u003echicory\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey're grown as a leaf vegetable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite-veined red leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent grilled or roasted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/guide-to-growing-radichio\" data-mce-href=\"\/pages\/guide-to-growing-radichio\"\u003eHow to Grow Organic Radicchio from Seed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e | 65 days\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff9900;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff9900;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"SeedsNow","offers":[{"title":"Sampler Pack (Appx. 100 seeds)","offer_id":268844674,"sku":"94806","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Pack (Appx. 450 seeds)","offer_id":105940812,"sku":"94806","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/products\/700xshutterstock_130968035_700x_81a55d49-917c-4188-b5bb-422e45ec0bc7.jpg?v=1681519132"},{"product_id":"chicory-witloof","title":"Chicory - Witloof, White","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff9900;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/products\/page_342eadcb-85f0-41ca-af0e-53f82b2bdc43.jpg?v=1403490580\"\u003eChicory - Witloof\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e(100% Heirloom\/Non-Hybrid\/Non-GMO)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWitloof Chicory produces heads that have gorgeous light green leaves.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e - A perfect variety for summer and fall harvest. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e - Can be used in salads or as a coffee substitute. \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDay to Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e | 55 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff9900;\"\u003e Additional Details\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicory is a somewhat woody, perennial herbaceous plant usually with bright blue flowers, rarely white or pink. Various varieties are cultivated for salad leaves, chicons (blanched buds), or for roots which are baked, ground, and used as a coffee substitute and additive. It is also grown as a forage crop for livestock. It lives as a wild plant on roadsides in its native Europe, and in North America and Australia, where it has become naturalized.  Credit: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Chicory\"\u003ehttp:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Chicory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SeedsNow","offers":[{"title":"Sampler Pack (Appx. 120 seeds) - €1.99","offer_id":195966552,"sku":"95125","price":1.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Pack (Appx. 1,200 Seeds) - €4.99","offer_id":265245240,"sku":"95125","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/products\/Chicory_-_Witloof_White_seeds.jpg?v=1624931866"},{"product_id":"chicory-verona-red","title":"Chicory - Verona, Red","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff9900;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/products\/page_65cc7481-1567-4235-bafd-eda436f88588.jpg?v=1403490395\"\u003eChicory - Verona Red\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e(100% Heirloom\/Non-Hybrid\/Non-GMO)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Verona Red Chicory produces round and red cabbage like heads.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e - Popular in salads \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e - Can be cooked as a vegetable\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e - Grows best during the cooler climates\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDay to Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e | 80 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SeedsNow","offers":[{"title":"Sampler Pack (Appx. 175 seeds)","offer_id":195978952,"sku":"95104","price":0.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Pack (Appx. 1,200 seeds)","offer_id":265240768,"sku":"95104","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/products\/Chicory_-_Verona_Red_seeds_0d524610-f2c4-499a-9ed0-73c00b9a4ee8.jpg?v=1624931792"},{"product_id":"flowers-chicory-common","title":"Chicory - Common","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Chicory\u003c\/strong\u003e plant, scientifically known as \u003cem\u003eCichorium intybus\u003c\/em\u003e, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. This plant is notable for its adaptability and resilience, making it a valuable addition to various garden settings. With its striking blue flowers and robust root system, chicory not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of a garden but also contributes to soil health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicory is primarily cultivated for its leaves, which are often used in salads, and for its roots, which can be roasted and ground to produce a coffee substitute. The plant thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it suitable for a range of gardening environments. It can tolerate drought conditions, which is an advantageous trait for gardeners in arid regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn terms of growth, Cichorium intybus can reach heights of up to 1.2 meters (approximately 4 feet) and typically blooms from mid-summer to early fall. The flowers are not only visually appealing but also attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, which are essential for maintaining biodiversity in the garden ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a nutritional perspective, chicory leaves are rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as minerals such as calcium and potassium. The plant also contains inulin, a type of soluble fiber that supports digestive health. Incorporating chicory into the garden can therefore provide both aesthetic and nutritional benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, chicory is known for its ability to improve soil structure and fertility. Its deep taproot helps to break up compacted soil, allowing for better water infiltration and root growth for surrounding plants. This characteristic makes chicory an excellent companion plant in vegetable gardens, where it can enhance the growth of neighboring crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn conclusion, the Cichorium intybus plant is a versatile and beneficial addition to any garden. Its combination of ornamental beauty, nutritional value, and positive impact on soil health makes it a worthy consideration for both novice and experienced gardeners alike. By cultivating chicory, gardeners can enjoy a sustainable and productive gardening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"scotlandsarchitects","offers":[{"title":"Sampler Pack","offer_id":41016899469445,"sku":"J7541","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Pack","offer_id":41016899502213,"sku":"J7542","price":5.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/files\/Chicory_Common_Cichorium_Intybus_seeds_5c080a69-a5cb-4fe1-ae16-256d75159165.png?v=1730928680"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/1562\/collections\/Chicory_Common_Cichorium_Intybus_seeds.png?v=1730928777","url":"https:\/\/www.scotlandsarchitects.com\/collections\/grow-your-own-chicory.oembed","provider":"scotlandsarchitects","version":"1.0","type":"link"}