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Common name: "Chicory"
Latin name:
Chichorium intybus

Chicory - Chichorium intybus

Zone: 3 - Bi-annual
Native to area:
No

Growth habit:
Upright plant 12" to 36" in height.
Flowers: Yes, blue.

Companion plant-able:
No 
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured Herb: Chicory
Chicorium intybus
Herbs Cultural information: Chicory is very easy to grow, in fact once established it will grow without any care at all. This variety of Chicory is considered invasive.

Chicory's blue flowers are commonly seen growing along road sides. Sow seeds 12 inches apart after danger of frost has passed. Young plants will require frequent waterings until established.

Uses: Culinary, and Medicinal
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Harvesting & Storage: Roots can be harvested at the end of the first growing season, or left to re-grow next season. Store the dried roots in any tightly sealed container.

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