Endive, De Louviers

90 Days. Leaves are finely curled and deeply notched. Produces a good blanched and curled, yellow heart. This heirloom is high quality and tasty. In 1885 Vilmorin said, “Bulk for bulk, it yields a larger amount of useful produce.”

• 90 Days
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 5-10 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Ideal Temperature: 45-75 F
• Plant Spacing: 12" 
• Frost Hardy: Yes
• Cichorium endivia

Growing Tips: Prefers rich, well-drained soil. Sow in mid-summer to mature in cool autumn weather. Germination may be improved by starting seeds indoors where they are sheltered from intense summer heat.