How to Plant Endive from Seeds

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Planting Instructions for Endive Seeds

  1. Location: Choose a site with full sun to partial shade and well-drained, fertile soil.
  2. When to Plant:
    • Spring Crop: Sow Todd’s Seeds Endive seeds 2–4 weeks before the last frost.
    • Fall Crop: Sow in mid to late summer, about 60–90 days before the first expected frost.
  3. Soil Prep: Loosen soil and mix in compost or aged manure. Ideal soil pH is 6.0–7.0.
  4. Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
  5. Spacing: Sow seeds 1 inch apart in rows spaced 12–18 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 6–12 inches apart, depending on variety.
  6. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during germination (7–10 days) and dry periods.
  7. Care: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer if growth slows.
  8. Blanching (Optional): For less bitter leaves, tie outer leaves together 7–10 days before harvest to blanch the inner leaves.
  9. Harvest: Harvest when heads are firm and reach full size, typically 85–100 days after sowing. Cut at the base with a sharp knife.
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