Wholesale Endive, Broadleaf Batavian Seed Packets

Bentley Seed Co.'s Broadleaf Batavian Endive is a broadleaf variety with a milder, less bitter flavor compared to its curly-leaf cousins. This versatile endive is perfect for adding to salads, soups, and sautés. Known as escarole, it is also the key ingredient in Utica Greens, a beloved regional side dish from NYC and Central New York. Flavorful and adaptable, it’s a great addition to any garden. Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½" **𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:** • Plant in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep. • Thin plants to 12 inches apart. • The young thinnings are considered "baby greens" and can be eaten. • For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer. **𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:** • Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable) • Time to Maturity: About 2 1/2 months • Sun Requirement: Full sun • Spacing: 12 inches apart • Depth: 1/8 inch • 260-270 Seeds Per Packet • Seeds/Oz: 20,000 • Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F • Sowing Method: Direct sowing **𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐬:** • Perfect in salads, soups, and sautés. • Main ingredient in Utica Greens, a regional favorite dish. **𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:** • Heirloom Year: 1860s • Plant Scientific Name: Cichorium endivia Online resale prohibited