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Endive has broad, bright green leaves and looks somewhat like a rougher-textured lettuce. It has a sharp, bitter flavor.

Latin Name

Cichorium endivia


Family

Asteraceae


Also Known As

Escarole


Type of Plant

Annuals Annuals
Vegetables Vegetables

Seasons

Fall Fall
Spring Spring

Specifications

Max height Max Height: 0.75'
Max spread Max Spread: 0.75'

Uses

  • Annual
  • Edible
  • Vegetable

  • Colors


    Native Range

    Europe


    History

    Thomas Jefferson was growing endive in his garden in 1777.


    Planted at Mount Vernon

    Planted at Mount Vernon Lower Garden

  • Lower Garden

  • Hardiness Zones

    USDA basemap

    Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005

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