Cichorium intybus var.intybus
£2.50
Chicory. Deep rooted perennial growing to 80cm high with deep blue flowers. The bitter leaves are used in cooking (wilt over a flame to reduce bitterness) and the roots used to make a coffee-like drink. A very good mineral accumulator, green manure and fodder plant. Stratification: ND. Number of seeds: 100.
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Description
Chicory. Deep rooted perennial growing to 80cm high with deep blue flowers. The bitter leaves are used in cooking (wilt over a flame to reduce bitterness) and the roots used to make a coffee-like drink. A very good mineral accumulator, green manure and fodder plant. Stratification: ND