Full Heart Escarole seeds
Discover the Full Heart Escarole 65, a captivating chicory variety that boasts an elegant upright growth adorned with irresistibly creamy leaves. Its foliage presents a sumptuous display of broad, velvety-smooth dark green leaves that elegantly bunch together.
Grow amazing broadleaf escarole with uniform heads and tender cream-colored centers! What sets the Full Heart Escarole 65 apart is its exquisite dark green head, enveloping a heart of creamy yellow blanched centers. Beyond its aesthetic allure, this chicory delights as a culinary garnish, adding both visual appeal and delectable flavor to your dishes. The tender hearts are ideal for grilling or stuffing!
Heads will grow to 12 inches or taller with the heads stretching 10-14 inches.
Seed count: 500
Botanic name:
Cichorium endivia
Plant spacing:
18-24 inches
Color:
Dark green foliage with cream colored heart
Sowing depth:
1/8 inch deep
Sun requirements:
Full sun / part shade
Utilization:
Use the large green leaves for sautees, garnishes, or fresh salads. The tender hearts can be grilled, or stuffed with chicken salad, egg salad, and more!
Frost hardy:
Yes
Maturity days:
75-85 days
Life cycle:
Biennial
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Other names:
Full Heart Escarole 65
Vine Habit:
