Name: Chicory seeds
Brand: Shanghai Touchhealthy seeds shop
SKU: 01513
Price: 160.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Description

SEED CHARACTERISTICS

Chicory is a high-value perennial herbaceous forage seed with high purity and stable germination rate. Seeds are small, plump, uniformly sized, thoroughly cleaned with few impurities and damaged kernels. It features an extremely strong deep taproot system that can penetrate compacted hard soil layers, break up plow pans, enhance soil permeability and water retention capacity. The plant boasts excellent drought resistance, heat tolerance and moderate cold resistance, maintaining vigorous growth in hot dry seasons when many pastures slow down growth. Rich in crude protein, minerals and digestible fiber, chicory is palatable for cattle, sheep, goats and horses, effectively improving livestock appetite and nutrient intake. It regrows rapidly after repeated grazing or mowing, offering long grazing periods throughout the year. It is widely used as a core component in mixed pasture formulas together with clover and ryegrass, and its deep roots also help reduce soil runoff on gentle slopes.

PLANTING METHOD

Sowing Time: Spring and early autumn are preferred sowing seasons, optimal growing temperature 12°C–25°C.

Soil Preparation: Deep tillage to loosen compacted soil, remove weeds and stones. It adapts to neutral to slightly acidic well-drained soil and cannot endure long-term waterlogging.

Sowing Method: Broadcast seeds evenly on the soil surface, cover with an ultra-thin layer of fine soil no more than 0.5 cm, excessive covering will hinder seedling emergence.

Water Management: Keep topsoil consistently slightly moist within the first two weeks after sowing for uniform germination; drain stagnant water promptly during rainy days to avoid root rot.

Later Care: Allow plants to establish fully before the first grazing or cutting. Leave a stubble height of 5–8 cm after each harvest to support fast regrowth. Minimal fertilizer input is required during the growing cycle.

FAQ

Q1: What is the biggest advantage of chicory as forage?

A1: It has deep taproots to loosen hard soil and keeps growing in hot drought weather, plus high nutrition and fast regrowth after grazing.

Q2: Can chicory be mixed with other pasture seeds?

A2: Yes, it perfectly matches ryegrass, red clover and white clover to form balanced high-yield mixed pastures.

Q3: How long does germination take?

A3: Under suitable temperature and humidity, seeds germinate within 7–14 days, forming usable grazing pasture in around 8 weeks.

Q4: Does chicory need frequent irrigation?

A4: No, its deep root system accesses underground moisture, so it has strong drought tolerance and only needs watering during prolonged extreme dry spells.

TOUCHHEALTHY SEEDS PRODUCT GUARANTEE

All Touchhealthy chicory seeds go through strict manual sorting, impurity removal and batch germination testing before shipment. We guarantee high seed purity, stable germination vigor, zero moldy grains and foreign contaminants. Consistent bulk quality is available for large pasture construction and farm soil improvement projects. We provide professional mixed seeding ratios and grazing management technical guidance for all buyers.

SHIPPING & PACKAGING

Seeds are packed in sealed moisture-proof, breathable and anti-mold inner bags to prevent damp spoilage and squeeze damage during long international logistics transit. Outer carton uses shockproof buffer materials for full protection, and trackable delivery service can be offered for order status tracking.

STORAGE TIPS

Store unopened seeds in cool, dry, dark and ventilated locations, far away from high temperature, humid environment and direct sunlight. Reseal the package tightly right after opening to avoid moisture absorption and loss of seed activity. Proper storage can preserve germination ability and extend shelf life for the next planting cycle.

Chicory seeds