Endive Seeds - Tres Fine
42-70 days. Cichorium endivia. Tres Fine Endive Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, heirloom, open-pollinated. This crop is suitable for containers, garden plots, raised beds, and fields. Miniature frisée type with very fine, curled leaves and a delicate texture; sow in spring or fall and harvest as baby leaves or compact heads with a balanced, mildly bitter flavor. ~11,200 seeds/oz.
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Growing Tres Fine Endive in the Vegetable Garden
Direct sow in early spring or late summer for fall harvests, or start indoors 3-4 weeks ahead. Sow 0.25 inch deep; thin or transplant to 6-8 inches with rows 12-18 inches. Provide steady moisture and light afternoon shade in hot spells to prevent bolting.
For paler, tender hearts on frisée types, gather outer leaves and tie loosely 1-2 weeks before harvest. Succession sow in the cool season for a steady supply of baby leaf and petite heads.
Harvesting of Tres Fine Endive
Cut baby leaves early or harvest compact heads when cores are firm. Rinse and chill promptly. Best texture and balanced flavor come from cool-weather harvests.
About Tres Fine Endive Garden Seeds
Classic French frisée selection noted for miniature, densely frilled heads and refined flavor. Excellent for salads, garnishes, and quick sautés—popular with home and market growers.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Sow a late summer patch for fall—cool nights sweeten leaves and help self-blanch the center, reducing the need to tie."
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Tres Fine Endive Seeds Per Package:
- 2 g Packet - Approximately 790 Seeds
- 0.25 oz - Bulk - Approximately 2,800 Seeds
- 1 oz - Bulk - Approximately 11,200 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 44,800 Seeds
- 1 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 179,200 Seeds
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=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Cichorium endivia |
| Tres Fine Endive Color: | Pale to medium green, finely cut leaves |
| Tres Fine Endive Flavor: | Crisp, delicate, mild-bitter; sweetest in cool weather |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: | 42-70 |
| Days to Germination: | 5-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 6-8 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 12-18 inches |
| Plant Height: | 6-12 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Soil Preference: | Fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; pH 6.0-7.5. |
| Temperature Preference: | Cooler 50-75 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 3-4 weeks before transplanting. |
| Plant Width: | 6-10 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 50-68 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Watch for aphids and slugs; keep soil evenly moist and harvest before heat to limit bitterness. Tie leaves lightly 1-2 weeks pre-harvest to blanch, if desired. |
| Garden Size: | Container, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Fields |
| Climate Tolerance: | Cold, Frost |