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Chicory -

(Cichorium intybus)

Wildflowers

Other Common Names: Belgian Endive
Family: Asteraceae Genus: Cichorium Species: intybus

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Chicory

Jennifer Fletcher Planted · 9 years ago

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Plant Type: Herb, Perennial, Wild Flower

Temp / Zone: Zone 4A · -30° to -25° F, Zone 4B · -25° to -20° F, Zone 5A · -20° to -15° F, Zone 5B · -15° to -10° F, Zone 6A · -10° to -5° F, Zone 6B · -5° to 0° F, Zone 7A · 0° to 5° F, Zone 7B · 5° to 10° F, Zone 8A · 10° to 15° F, Zone 8B · 15° to 20° F, Zone 9A · 20° to 25° F, Zone 9B · 25° to 30° F

Sun Exposure: Full / Mostly Sun

Soil Type: Loam, Silt

Soil Drainage: Well Drained, Moderately Drained

Water Needs: Average

Level of Care: Average

Growth Rates: Moderate

Flower Color: Violet, Blue, Bright Blue

Foliage Color: Medium Green

Average Height: 2' to 3', 3' to 4', 4' to 5', 5' to 6'

Fragrances: None

Season of Color: Early Summer Blooms, Fall Blooms, Spring Blooms, Summer Blooms

Resistant To: Drought

Landscape Uses: Mass Planting, Perennial Garden

Growth Habits: Upright

Theme Gardens: Cottage

Culinary Usages: Drinks / Teas / Juices, Fresh Eating, Salads / Sandwiches, Vegetable Dishes

Soil pH: 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5

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