Endive Growing Guide
Crop Rotation Group
Miscellaneous ●
Soil
Rich, moisture-retentive soil with plenty of compost dug in.
Position
Sun preferred but tolerant of some shade.
Frost tolerant
Yes.
Feeding
Not usually required.
Companions
Radicchio, Mizuna, Tatsoi and Mustard.
Spacing
Single Plants: 9" (25cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 7" (20cm) with 11" (30cm) row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Sow directly into soil in late spring.
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Notes
Can blanch a few plants at a time when they are grown by excluding light from them for a few days. This can make them less bitter.
Harvesting
Havest as required by cutting off at base. Will sometimes resprout.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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