Chicory (Cichorium intybus)
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Chicory is a 1-2' tall naturalized forb. It is a biennial or short lived perennial that needs full sun and prefers dry to medium moisture soils. Chicory is cultivated as a leafy vegetable in some countries and, of course, the roots are known widely as a coffee substitute.
Species Details
| Common Name (Botanical Name) | Chicory (Cichorium intybus) |
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| Bloom Season | Summer |
| Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
| Bloom Color | Blue |
| Duration | Perennial;Biennial |
| Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic) |
| Soil texture | Coarse (Sand);Medium (Silt/Loam);Fine (Clay) |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Status | Introduced |
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| pH | Acidic;Neutral;Alkaline |
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| Average height | 1-2ft |
| USDA Zones | 3a;3b;4a;4b;5a;5b;6a;6b;7a;7b; |
| RNS Region | 1;2;3;4;5;6;7 |
| Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
| Seeds Per Lb. | 426000 |
| Seeds Per Oz | 26625 |
| Seeds Per Packet | 570 |
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