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Escarole
Cichorium endivia var. latifolia
Also known as: batavian endive, broad-leaved endive
Broad-leaved endive with milder flavor than curly types. Inner leaves are pale and tender. Excellent braised or in soups.
Growing Requirements
SunFull Sun
WaterMedium
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing10–12″
Row Spacing12–18″
Planting Depth0.13–0.25″
Height8–14″
Spread10–14″
✓ Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly
Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
4–6 weeks before last frost
Transplant Outdoors
-1–9 weeks after last frost
Fall Sow
9–11 weeks before first frost
Germination
5–10 days
Days to Harvest
50–65 days
Zone Suitability
USDA Hardiness Zones
1
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Zones 3–10
Cannot overwinter outdoors
Better as fall crop. Blanch inner heart by covering. Tolerates light frost which improves flavor.
Companion Plants
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