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Cichorium intybus Asteraceae

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H1 - G2   Australia:   1 - 5  
Care Level medium
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description Cichorium intybus Asteraceae (chicory) bears dark red blooms. This herbaceous perennial has greyish green foliage that is showy.
Typical Uses Annual and vegetable garden.