endive

How to Grow and Care for endive

endive · Cichorium endivia

Grow in any moist but well-drained soil - ideally alkaline - in good light. For more advice see endive cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing endive

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Care difficulty1 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in any moist but well-drained soil - ideally alkaline - in good light. For more advice see endive cultivation

How to Water endive?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for endive?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for endive?

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What Soil Is Best for endive?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for endive?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize endive?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune endive?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate endive?

Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds

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How to Transplant endive?

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How to Care for endive in Winter?

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How to Plant endive?

Grow in any moist but well-drained soil - ideally alkaline - in good light. For more advice see endive cultivation

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How to Repot endive?

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How to Harvest endive?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails and to aphids

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The Toxicity of endive

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More General Info About endive

Attributes of endive

Plant typeAnnual Biennial · Herbs - Culinary
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitTufted · Columnar upright
OriginAsia, Europe

Scientific Classification

Species
Cichorium endivia
Genus
Cichorium
Family
Asteraceae
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