Chicory (Endure) – OMRI Coated

Chicory is a broad-leafed perennial with thick, deep taproot, belonging to the daisy family. It can be grown successfully on a wide range of soil types. That being said, poorly drained, stony and compacted soils should be avoided as these conditions may lead to poor taproot development. It is best to grow the crop in rotation with crops that leave low residues of soil nitrogen. For this reason, small grains such as wheat, barley, and rye, which typically require lower nitrogen inputs than other crops, are generally considered to be ideal rotation crops. Deep taproot that prefers loamy, well drained soil. Blue blooms and great for forage. Increased potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, zinc and sodium make Chicory leaves irresistible to whitetail deer and an excellent mineral accumulator. Chicory is a highly preferred, grazing tolerant plant that has good drought resistance. Chicory is most beneficial in food plots when planted with red clover, ladino clover, and a ryegrass or oats. Bird’s trefoil is also a good addition to a chicory planting. One of the first plants to break winter dormancy so it is ideal for foraging in the summer. Works best when planted in mixes with annual cereal grains and/or a legume like clover. It has the ability to tolerate acidic soils, withstand drought, and crowd out potential weed competition. Makes great forage because of its ability to grow back. For this reason, it can not be terminated by mowing or rolling.