Chicory (Cichorium intybus) can be considered a flower and/or an herb. As a wildflower, it can grow and thrive in even the harshest conditions. You will absolutely love this perennial's beautiful blue blooms. As an herb, chicory is widely used to flavor teas and coffees. Chicory is also edible and is known to be excellent in salads. Dynamic for deer plot food and should mix with a legume as chicory benefits from them greatly Seeds are clay coated for extra nutrients in germination; also a natural insect or bird repellent Germination in 4-10 days, maturity in 80-100 days Collected: 9/24 As always, FREE SHIPPING on all orders within the US Please, if you have any issues with your order, germination or simply need planting instructions, reach out to me and I will take care of you. I always take care of my customer Keywords: Coffeeweed, Common Chicory, Blue Sailors, Blue Dandelion, Succory, Raddichio, Hendibeh, Barbe de Capucin, Witloof