{"product_id":"chicory-lb","title":"Chicory Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichorium intybus\u003c\/em\u003e brings a different growth pattern to pastures and cover crop plantings. Instead of producing a dense mat of shallow roots, this perennial broadleaf develops a long taproot that explores deeper soil layers. That rooting habit helps established plants remain productive during dry periods and makes chicory a useful companion to grasses and legumes with shallower root systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicory is grown primarily for leafy forage and performs best in well-drained to moderately drained soil with medium to high fertility and a pH of 5.5 or above. It is commonly seeded into pasture mixtures, where its upright leaves add diversity and provide mineral-rich forage. Plant growth and forage quality change as the stand matures, so regular grazing or mowing is important when the goal is to maintain tender, leafy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse chicory as a small component of a mixed pasture or plant it alone where a deeper-rooted perennial is desired. Give new seedlings time to establish before heavy grazing, and avoid repeatedly removing growth too close to the crown. Chicory does not form a nitrogen-fixing relationship with Rhizobium bacteria, so no seed inoculant is required. When included with clovers or other legumes, inoculate the legume seed separately according to its needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCichorium intybus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep-rooted perennial broadleaf forage herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–5 lb per acre when planted alone, or 1–2 lb per acre in a mixture with grasses and\/or legumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required. This is a nonlegume cover crop and does not rely on Rhizobium bacteria for nitrogen fixation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7–10 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 70–75 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSite Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained to moderately drained soil with medium to high fertility and a pH of 5.5 or greater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diverse pasture mixtures, livestock forage, deep rooting, mineral uptake, and improved dry-season forage availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graze or mow to encourage leafy regrowth while protecting the plant crown during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544064483441,"sku":"SCN205","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/chicory-seed-lb.jpg?v=1769463358","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/chicory-lb","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}