DescriptionZuckerhut Sugarloaf Chicory SeedsDAYS TO HARVEST 55-60SOWING Plant zuckerhut sugarloaf chicory seeds 1/8″ deep. Can germinate at 50-80 degrees with best results around 65 degrees.LIGHT PREFERENCE Little shade or full sunSOIL REQUIREMENTS Chicory is a light feeder and will still benefit from soil with compost or sprayed with compost tea or nettle spray upon transplant.PLANT HEIGHT 12-18″PLANT SPACING 12-14″HARDINESS ZONES Grows best in cooler temperatures (50-70 degrees). Some cold and light frost tolerance.HARVEST Harvest when the chicory has fully headed (~60 days) similar to a loose head of lettuce.USES & COOKING SUGGESTIONSTry it in a salad with toasted hazelnuts and pumkpin seeds, pears, and dress with a splash of balsamic vinegar and pumpkin seed oil.
