Crisp, mild, and made for warm-weather greens!
Broadleaf Batavian Endive is a heat-tolerant leafy green with broad, tender leaves and a slightly nutty flavor. It’s a versatile garden staple that shines in salads or sautés, and it holds up beautifully when other greens start to wilt in the summer sun.
Variety:Â Broadleaf Batavian Endive (Cichorium endivia)
Growth Habit:Â Cool-season biennial (grown as annual)
Height: 10–16 inches
Flavor Profile:Â Mild, slightly nutty, and crisp
Color:Â Bright green, broad leaves
Planting Conditions:Â Direct sow in full sun to partial shade; prefers fertile, moist soil
Harvest Timeline: Leaves ready in 50–70 days
Uses: Fresh salads, sautéed greens, and warm-weather growing
Fun Fact:Â Batavian endive is more heat-tolerant than most other endives, making it a go-to for summer greens.
Broadleaf Batavian is a garden favorite for those hot days when lettuce just can’t keep up. Its broad, crunchy leaves are perfect for fresh salads, wraps, or lightly sautéed with garlic and olive oil. With a mild, nutty flavor and a satisfying bite, it’s a refreshing green that thrives when others bolt.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun to partial shade with rich, moist soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Sow ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 6–8 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist to prevent bitterness.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 10–12 inches apart for full heads.
✂️ Harvest: Pick outer leaves as needed or harvest whole heads when full and firm.
