{"product_id":"cichorium-endivia-var-latifolium-gardeners-giant-escarole-3000-seeds","title":"Cichorium endivia var. latifolium 'Gardeners' Giant' | Escarole | 3000 SEEDS","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese seeds grow into \u003cb\u003eCichorium endivia var. latifolium\u003c\/b\u003e, commonly called \u003cb\u003eGardeners' Giant Escarole\u003c\/b\u003e. This leafy vegetable is prized for its broad, curly leaves that develop a slightly bitter yet refreshing flavor. \u003cb\u003eCichorium endivia\u003c\/b\u003e is a staple in Mediterranean cuisine and valued across Europe for its nutritional qualities and unique taste. Gardeners enjoy its large, tender leaves that add texture to salads and cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mature plant, known as \u003cb\u003eEscarole\u003c\/b\u003e, produces a dense rosette of broad, dark green leaves. People also call it \u003cb\u003eBroad-leaved endive\u003c\/b\u003e or simply \u003cb\u003eEndive\u003c\/b\u003e. Its robust foliage offers a striking appearance in any vegetable garden, providing both ornamental appeal and culinary use. \u003cb\u003eGardeners' Giant\u003c\/b\u003e stands out among \u003cb\u003eLatifolium escarole\u003c\/b\u003e varieties for its vigorous growth and impressive leaf size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces large, curly, dark green leaves with a crisp texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves have a mild, slightly bitter flavor typical of endives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular in European and Mediterranean leafy greens collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides excellent ornamental and culinary value in gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms a dense rosette ideal for fresh salads and cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCichorium endivia var. latifolium\u003c\/b\u003e thrives as a nutritious \u003cb\u003eleafy vegetable\u003c\/b\u003e. Its versatility makes it a favorite for chefs and home cooks alike. This Mediterranean green adds depth to dishes and gardens, offering an authentic taste of European greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/b\u003e Pictures show the adult plant, which is \u003cb\u003enot for sale\u003c\/b\u003e. The offer is only for \u003cb\u003eseeds\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"World Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61278443307342,"sku":"GWP-4179-A-1433","price":11.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/0604\/5518\/files\/Cichorium_endivia_var._latifolium__Gardeners__Giant___Escarole_18d271fa-b991-42b9-b5d5-c9bbc5895d5f.png?v=1792483640","url":"https:\/\/worldplants.it\/products\/cichorium-endivia-var-latifolium-gardeners-giant-escarole-3000-seeds","provider":"Worldplants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}