Cichorium intybus - P11

Description
The Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is an upright, loose perennial that produces blue flowers from June to September. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained, nutrient-rich, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm. The Chicory is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies

Frost hardiness
The Chicory has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, loose.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
- Sowing outdoors: In the period from March to July - Harvest: In the period from May to October.

Care
It is advisable to dig irrigation trenches between the rows, as many vegetables should not be watered from above. Also: Regular weeding prevents weeds from taking over the vegetables.

Flower
Cichorium intybus forms blue flowers from June.

Use
Cottage garden, vegetable garden, bee pasture, animal feed