Chicory

3500–5500

Dry matter (lbs/A)

5.5–7.0

Preferred pH

50–100

Total nitrogen (lbs/A)

Planting information

  • Planting window: April–May/August
  • Planting depth (in): 1/8–1/4
  • Seeding rate (lbs/A): 3–4
  • Mix seeding rate (lbs/A): 1–2
  • Length of stand (yrs): 1-7
  • Days to germination: 7–21
Chris Evans, University of Illinois, Bugwood.org

Chris Evans, University of Illinois, Bugwood.org

Traits

Heat Tolerance
Drought Tolerance
Shade Tolerance
Flood Tolerance
Low Fertility Tolerance

Performance

Soil Builder
Erosion Fighter
Weed Fighter
Good Grazing
Quick Growth
Lasting Residue
Attract Beneficials
Bears Traffic