{"product_id":"burdock-chiko-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Burdock Chiko 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(10, 87, 24);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurdock Chiko\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a nutritious, medicinal Asian specialty prized for its long, slender roots and versatile culinary applications. A great season-extension offering for fall, winter, and spring harvest and storage. Can be overwintered in soil, much the same as parsnips. Easier to grow than both carrots and parsnips, with faster germination and good weed competition. Delicious in hearty soups and bean stews. Roots are long, slender, and light brown — growing to 1–2 feet long and about 1 inch thick. Harvest in approximately 120–150 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(9, 72, 15);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 87%. Test Date: 2\/26. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 72, 5);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 60%.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Burdock Chiko?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations for at least 75 years for reliable harvests and authentic flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA structure has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutritious \u0026amp; Medicinal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long valued in Asian herbal traditions and cuisine — rich in fiber, antioxidants, and essential minerals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easier to grow than carrots or parsnips, with faster germination and strong weed competition ability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Harvest Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest fall through spring; overwinters in the ground like parsnips for flexible, season-long availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniform Roots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, slender, light-brown roots growing to 1–2 feet — consistent quality and presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Culinary Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roots and young leaves are both edible — two crops from one planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in early spring or late summer\/fall for a fall through spring harvest. Burdock does not transplant well — always direct sow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, loose, well-drained soil free of rocks and debris. Burdock roots grow 1–2 feet deep — loosen soil to at least 18 inches before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds ½ inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin seedlings to 4–6 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently — about 1 inch per week. Deep watering encourages long, straight root development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e No staking needed — burdock tops are robust and self-supporting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a low-nitrogen, phosphorus-rich fertilizer to encourage strong root development over leafy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest roots when 1–2 feet long (120–150 days). Dig carefully with a long spade to avoid breaking the taproot. Can be left in the ground over winter for spring harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups \u0026amp; Stews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice and simmer in hearty soups, bean stews, and miso broth — burdock adds a rich, earthy depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-Frying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut into matchsticks and stir-fry with soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil for Kinpira Gobo — a classic Japanese preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBraising:\u003c\/strong\u003e Braise with soy sauce, sake, and sugar until tender and glazed for a savory side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss sliced burdock with olive oil and roast at 400°F for 25–30 minutes until caramelized and tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pickle sliced burdock in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt for a crunchy, tangy condiment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw\/Shredded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grate raw burdock into salads or slaws for a crunchy, slightly earthy addition — soak in water first to prevent browning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOrder Burdock Chiko Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(237, 14, 14);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh burdock in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePer 1 cup (122g) fresh burdock root (harvested root, not planting seeds):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2g (0% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5mg (0% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20g (7% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.9g (14% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin B6:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3mg (18% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27mcg (7% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 363mg (8% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45mg (11% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9mg (5% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom varieties may exhibit natural variation in size, color, and maturation. 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