Chicory Seeds (Cichorium intybus) — Non-GMO Blue Wildflower, Pollinator-Friendly
Tough, sun-loving perennial with iconic sky-blue blooms. Great for meadows, borders, or containers; also grown for young greens and roots.
✅ Non-GMO • ✅ Fresh stock • ✅ High germination
Why You’ll Love It
- Electric-blue daisy-like flowers that open through summer.
- Excellent for pollinators and low-maintenance landscapes.
- Deep taproot = drought tolerance once established.
- Edible uses: tender leaves and roots (traditional roasting).
Quick Facts (Grow Guide)
| Botanical name |
Cichorium intybus |
| Sun |
Full sun |
| Sowing method |
Direct sow in spring; 1–2 seeds per inch (~2–3 cm) |
| Sowing depth |
¼″ / 6 mm |
| Spacing |
Thin to 8–12″ / 20–30 cm; rows 16–20″ / 40–50 cm |
| Germination |
7–21 days at ~65–70°F / 18–21°C |
| Soil |
Well-drained; average fertility; keep evenly moist to establish |
| Harvest |
Pick young leaves; dig roots in fall of year 1 if roasting |
Ways to Use
- Landscape: meadow mixes, naturalized borders, roadside-style displays.
- Culinary: young leaves (bitter greens); roots traditionally roasted.
- Pollinator support: nectar-rich blue blooms all season.
What You’ll Receive
- Select your pack size in the listing variations
- Fresh, Non-GMO seeds in a moisture-resistant packet
- Simple sowing guide
- Germination guarantee — free replacement if seeds don’t sprout
Pro tip: Thin early for sturdy plants; deadhead to manage self-seeding if you prefer tidy borders.
