{"product_id":"chicory-plant-3-starter-plugs-cichorium-intybus-blue-wildflower-perennial-native-herb","title":"Chicory Plant, 3 Starter Plugs- Cichorium intybus - Blue Wildflower Perennial Native Herb","description":"A striking perennial wildflower native to Europe and naturalized throughout North America, prized for its brilliant sky-blue flowers that open in the morning sun. Chicory is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant with deep taproots and a fascinating history as both ornamental and culinary herb. \u003cbr\u003e Plant Characteristics: \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Height: 3-5 feet tall with a 1-2 foot spread \u003cbr\u003e Foliage: Basal rosette of dandelion-like leaves; upper stem leaves smaller and clasping \u003cbr\u003e Flowers: Bright blue, daisy-like flowers (1.5 inches across) that open in morning and close by afternoon \u003cbr\u003e Growth habit: Upright perennial with branching stems and deep taproot \u003cbr\u003e Bloom time: Mid-summer through early fall with continuous flowering \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Growing Conditions: \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9 \u003cbr\u003e Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade \u003cbr\u003e Soil: Adaptable to poor, compacted, or disturbed soils; excellent drainage preferred \u003cbr\u003e Water needs: Extremely drought tolerant once established; thrives in dry conditions \u003cbr\u003e pH: Tolerates wide range including alkaline soils \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Garden Uses: \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Wildflower meadows and prairie gardens \u003cbr\u003e Roadsides and naturalized areas \u003cbr\u003e Pollinator gardens (attracts bees and butterflies) \u003cbr\u003e Cottage gardens and informal landscapes \u003cbr\u003e Erosion control on slopes \u003cbr\u003e Edible landscaping and herb gardens \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Notes: \u003cbr\u003e Chicory's deep taproot makes it excellent for breaking up compacted soil and accessing deep moisture. The brilliant blue flowers are a magnet for pollinators and provide rare true blue color in the garden. Self-seeds readily and can naturalize in favorable conditions. \u003cbr\u003e These three plant plugs can be started indoors, then grown into seedlings for your garden. Chicory can be part of an organic garden, and its roots have a history as a medicinal herb and remedy. It can also grow alongside culinary herbs. The plugs make practical gifts for gardeners. \u003cbr\u003e Due to the nature of shipping live plants, all orders of live \u003cbr\u003e plants are shipped priority to provide quick and safe delivery. \u003cbr\u003e We ship all plants on Mondays and Tuesdays.  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before \u003cbr\u003e using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, \u003cbr\u003e or on any medications. For educational purposes only. This \u003cbr\u003e information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug \u003cbr\u003e Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, \u003cbr\u003e treat, cure, or prevent any disease.","brand":"Zenobia's Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67669604106605,"sku":"CHICPL113","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/1919\/9085\/files\/il_fullxfull.7203926413_45i7.jpg?v=1791932411","url":"https:\/\/zenobiasgarden.com\/products\/chicory-plant-3-starter-plugs-cichorium-intybus-blue-wildflower-perennial-native-herb","provider":"Zenobia's Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}