{"product_id":"curled-ruffec-endive-seeds","title":"Curled Ruffec Endive Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom","description":"\u003cp\u003eEndive Curled Ruffec (\u003cem\u003eCichorium endivia\u003c\/em\u003e) is a classic French frisee endive with finely cut, frilly leaves that form a lacy rosette. These curled endive seeds grow the delicate, curly type chefs prize for its crisp texture and gently bitter bite. It is a beautiful, productive green that turns an everyday salad into something worth talking about.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for salad lovers who want frilly, textured greens with a bit of bite, and for gardeners who enjoy a cool-season crop that looks as good as it tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow 2-3 weeks before your last spring frost, or in late summer for a fall crop. Sow 1\/4 inch deep and thin to 10-12 inches apart in rows 18 inches apart. Curled endive likes full sun to part shade and cool weather, growing well in USDA zones 4-9. Keep soil evenly moist for tender leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeads mature in about 85-95 days. Harvest whole rosettes at the base, or pick outer leaves as needed. Blanch the center by tying the leaves up for a week or two before cutting to sweeten the pale heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frilly leaves are a natural for salads, especially the classic frisee with a warm bacon dressing. The crisp texture also stands up well to hearty vinaigrettes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012853489871,"sku":"ORIGEC_04_04","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Endive-Curled-Ruffec-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266644319.png?v=1783372859","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/curled-ruffec-endive-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}