{"title":"Leafy Greens Chicory Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eEach year, our breeders evaluate numerous chicory varieties to select those with superior flavor and ease of cultivation. David's offers the most comprehensive range of chicories, providing unique options to enhance salad mixes across all markets. Some varieties come in pelleted seed form, simplifying planting and ensuring better germination success for growers seeking dependable, high-quality greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(26, 88, 141);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chicory-dandelion-catalogna-special-200-non-gmo-open-pollinated","title":"Leafy Greens Chicory Dandelion Italian Felix 25 Non-GMO, Open Pollinated Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(25, 116, 38);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeafy Greens Chicory Dandelion Italian Felix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a premium heirloom variety celebrated for its exceptional uniformity, vigorous performance, and distinctive culinary qualities. This open-pollinated selection produces bright green, jagged foliage with an upright, robust growth habit that maximizes productivity and facilitates efficient harvesting. The variety demonstrates remarkable consistency in color development and plant structure, making it equally suitable for commercial production and home garden cultivation. Italian Felix excels across multiple harvest strategies. For baby leaf applications, the narrow petioles enable efficient cut-and-come-again harvesting at tender stages, providing repeated yields from individual plants. When cultivated for full-size bunching, the thick, wide ribs develop substantial sweetness and juiciness that elevates the eating experience while contributing significantly to overall yield. The variety maintains exceptional stem thickness and uniformity throughout the production cycle, with the notable characteristic of not producing side-shoots—a trait that preserves stem integrity and enables productive re-cuts without compromising plant structure. The flavor profile represents an ideal balance of bitterness and sweetness characteristic of premium chicory varieties. Italian Felix matures faster than Puntarelle chicory, to which it is genetically similar, while offering comparable culinary applications. The stems can be ribboned and soaked in cold water to develop characteristic curl and tenderness, creating sophisticated preparations suitable for refined culinary presentations. This variety pairs exceptionally well with Italiko Red for both bunching and baby leaf applications, allowing gardeners to create visually striking mixed plantings. Expect harvest readiness in approximately 50 days, with germination rates of 80% or better ensuring reliable establishment and vigorous plant development. Our organically certified Non-GMO seeds are cultivated using sustainable practices that prioritize soil health and environmental stewardship. The eco-friendly, climate-conscious packaging is fully reusable and recyclable, supporting responsible gardening practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 19, 19);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today and grow your own fresh Leafy Greens Dandelion in your spring \u0026amp; fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDavid’s Garden Seeds is a Veteran owned business that has been offering quality chicory seeds since 2009.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDavid's Garden Seeds® is a member of the GO TEXAN agriculture program.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe cannot possibly put all the directions you need for growing chicory in your area on the seed package. We recommend that you read articles or check with other gardeners in your area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are also open pollinated meaning they will reproduce themselves. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(35, 102, 23);\"\u003eFreshly Packed:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThese chicory seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39988047020196,"sku":"5134JSS","price":0.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/Leafy_Greens_Chicory_Dandelion_Italian_Felix.jpg?v=1756303512"},{"product_id":"leafy-greens-chicory-dandelion-catalogna-special-25-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds-copy","title":"Leafy Greens Chicory Dandelion Catalogna Special 200 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(15, 113, 21);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeafy Greens Chicory Dandelion Catalogna Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e represents an authentic Italian heirloom variety valued for its distinctive appearance and sophisticated flavor profile. This slow-bolting cultivar produces long, deep green leaves with characteristically slender, deeply cut foliage and prominent white midribs that create striking visual contrast. The upright growth habit maximizes space efficiency while facilitating harvest operations and air circulation around the plant canopy. Catalogna Special demonstrates exceptional versatility in culinary applications. The tender leaves are ideal for salad mixes where their slightly bitter, complex flavor adds depth and sophistication to fresh preparations. The distinctive leaf structure provides visual interest and textural contrast in composed salads. For bunching applications, the upright habit and substantial leaf size make individual plants attractive for market presentation or direct-to-consumer sales. The mild bitterness characteristic of chicory varieties complements vinaigrettes and bold dressings while integrating harmoniously into diverse salad compositions. The slow-bolting nature of this variety extends the harvest window considerably, reducing the risk of premature flowering that can compromise leaf quality and flavor. This extended productivity makes Catalogna Special particularly valuable for succession planting strategies and continuous harvest throughout the growing season. Expect harvest readiness in approximately 50 days from transplanting, with germination rates of 60% or better ensuring reliable establishment. The upright growth pattern and deep green coloring develop consistently across plantings, providing predictable performance for both home gardeners and commercial growers. Our Non-GMO seeds are cultivated using sustainable agricultural practices that prioritize environmental stewardship. The eco-friendly, climate-conscious packaging is fully reusable and recyclable, reflecting our commitment to responsible seed production and supporting gardeners who value authentic heirloom varieties with genuine historical provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 19, 19);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today and grow your own fresh Chicory Greens in your spring \u0026amp; fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDavid’s Garden Seeds is a Veteran owned business that has been offering quality chicory seeds since 2009.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDavid's Garden Seeds® is a member of the GO TEXAN agriculture program.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe cannot possibly put all the directions you need for growing chicory in your area on the seed package. We recommend that you read articles or check with other gardeners in your area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an heirloom seed, meaning it has been passed down from generation to generation for at least 75 years. As a rule, heirloom seeds taste better and will grow the same year after year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are also open pollinated meaning they will reproduce themselves. While all heirlooms are open pollinated not all open pollinated seeds are heirlooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(20, 134, 40);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshly Packed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e These chicory seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45594677510401,"sku":"375JSS delete","price":0.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/Leafy_Greens_Chicory_Dandelion_Catalogna_Special.jpg?v=1756756240"},{"product_id":"leafy-greens-chicory-dandelion-italian-felix-25-non-gmo-organic-open-pollinated-seeds-copy","title":"Leafy Greens Chicory Endive Benefine 25 Non-GMO, Open Pollinated Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description collapsible-xs\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 91, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeafy Greens Chicory Endive Benefine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e represents a sophisticated organically grown heirloom variety prized for its exceptional versatility, elegant appearance, and superior heat tolerance. This open-pollinated selection produces uniform plants with bright green, deeply cut and toothed foliage that creates an ornamental quality in both garden and culinary presentations. The upright, vigorous growth habit ensures reliable performance across diverse growing conditions while maximizing productivity and facilitating efficient harvest operations. Benefine demonstrates remarkable flexibility across multiple culinary applications and harvest strategies. For baby leaf harvesting, the narrow petioles enable efficient cut-and-come-again operations at tender stages, providing repeated yields from individual plants. When cultivated for full-size bunching, the thick, wide ribs develop substantial sweetness and juiciness that enhances the eating experience while contributing significantly to overall yield. The variety's most distinctive characteristic is its production of fancy blanched leaves—a premium feature that distinguishes Benefine from standard chicory varieties. At maturity, the heart naturally blanches to reveal creamy, sweet inner leaves with exceptional tenderness and refined flavor. The ruffled head structure with deeply cut, toothed foliage creates visually striking presentations ideal for upscale salad mixes and composed plates. The light green coloring and intricate leaf architecture provide both aesthetic appeal and textural contrast in fresh preparations. Benefine exhibits superior tipburn tolerance and demonstrates slower bolting characteristics compared to other chicories of this type, making it exceptionally suitable for warm-season production. Also known as frisée or Trés Fine Maraîchère in culinary circles, this variety represents authentic French and Italian heirloom genetics. Expect harvest readiness in approximately 50 days, with germination rates of 80% or better ensuring reliable establishment. Our Non-GMO seeds are cultivated using sustainable practices that prioritize environmental stewardship. 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This open-pollinated selection produces uniform plants with bright green, deeply cut and toothed foliage that creates an ornamental quality in both garden and culinary presentations. The upright, vigorous growth habit ensures reliable performance across diverse growing conditions while maximizing productivity and facilitating efficient harvest operations. Benefine demonstrates remarkable flexibility across multiple culinary applications and harvest strategies. For baby leaf harvesting, the narrow petioles enable efficient cut-and-come-again operations at tender stages, providing repeated yields from individual plants. When cultivated for full-size bunching, the thick, wide ribs develop substantial sweetness and juiciness that enhances the eating experience while contributing significantly to overall yield. The variety's most distinctive characteristic is its production of fancy blanched leaves—a premium feature that distinguishes Benefine from standard chicory varieties. 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