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Cichorium Endivia (Endive)

Cichorium Endivia (Endive)

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Cichorium Endivia (Endive) is a leafy vegetable prized for its crisp texture, slightly bitter flavour, and excellent versatility in the kitchen. Its lush green foliage forms compact rosettes that add both productivity and visual appeal to vegetable gardens, raised beds, and container plantings. Popular in fresh salads, stir-fries, soups, and gourmet dishes, Endive is a nutrient-rich addition to home gardens, offering a reliable supply of fresh leaves throughout the growing season.

Fast growing and easy to cultivate, Endive performs well in sunny positions with well-drained soil and regular moisture. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for small garden spaces, urban courtyards, and productive edible gardens. Suitable for beginner and experienced gardeners alike, Cichorium Endivia is valued for its attractive foliage, continuous harvest potential, and ability to bring fresh homegrown flavour straight to the table.

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Mature height

20cm – 40cm

Mature width

20cm – 35cm

Spacing

20cm – 30cm apart

Evergreen/Deciduous

Annual Vegetable

Foliage

Crisp green leafy foliage forming compact rosettes with slightly curled or broad leaves depending on variety

Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest

Harvest foliage from 6–10 weeks after planting; may produce small blue flowers if allowed to bolt in warm conditions

Sun tolerance

Prefers full sun to part shade

Maintenance

Low maintenance; requires regular watering and harvesting to maintain tender leaf growth and prevent bolting

Root System

Shallow fibrous root system suited to loose, well-drained fertile soils