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Chicory Information
Chicory
Cichorium intybus
Chicory is a salad vegetable which can be harvested well into winter.
Moon Planting Type: Leafy
Soil Type: Any Soil
Aspect: Any aspect
Light: Full Sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Moisture: Well-drained
pH: Neutral (6.6 - 7.3)
Height:
Spread:
Chicory Growing Notes
Sowing
Sow in rows at a depth of 1cm and 25-30cm apart. Sow thinly.
Pruning & Thining
Depending on the variety thin to 20-30cm apart.
Harvesting
Remove the main leaves and leave a root for a continuation crop.
Chicory Varieties
- List 1
- List 2
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