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Chicory 
Cichorium intybus
Chicory is a common roadside wildflower in the Midwest. Beautiful periwinkle blue flowers appearing May - October. This plant thrives in poor soil and is easy to grow. Its leaves are used fresh like spinach cooked as a green or used fresh in salads. Edible flowers add beauty to salads, on frosting and in jelly. Chicory may be most common as a coffee substitute; this is made by digging the large tap root in the fall, scrub clean, slice, dry and roast in a 225 degree oven till color of coffee then grind roasted roots. Chicory is high in vitamin A. Interesting Notes During World War II when most international shipping was disrupted, most U.S. "coffee" was produced from chicory. It is caffeine-free and is regaining popularity.
Sowing Information Direct sow in the garden by raking soil and removing clumps. Sprinkle seeds and gently work them into soil (1/16"). Seeds will germinate in 7-21 days. Prefers full sun.
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