Endive Growing Guide
Cichorium endivia
Crop Rotation Group
Miscellaneous ●
Soil
Rich, moisture-retentive soil with plenty of compost dug in.
Position
Sun preferred but tolerant of some shade.
Frost tolerant
Yes.
Feeding
Not usually required.
Spacing
Single Plants: 9" (25cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 7" (20cm) with 11" (30cm) row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Sow directly into soil in late spring.
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Notes
Can blanch a few plants at a time when they are grown by excluding light from them for a few days. This can make them less bitter.
Harvesting
Havest as required by cutting off at base. Will sometimes resprout.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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