Endive, Broadleaf - Bulk Seed

This broad leaf variety has a less bitter flavor than it's curly leaf cousins. Wonderful in salads, soups and sautés. Also known as escarole. The main ingredient in Utica Greens! Plant in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep. Thin plants to 12" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens". Plant again in late summer for a second harvest in fall. Seed Information: Lifecycle: annual (vegetable) Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months Sun Requirement: sun Spacing: 12" apart Depth: 1/8 inch Seeds/Oz: 20000 Ideal Germination Temperature: 75 Days Sowing Method: Direct Lbs./Acre: 1 Heirloom Year: 1860's Plant Scientific Name: Cichorium endivia *Online resale prohibited