Organic Endive Green Batavian, is a frost-resistant, broad-leaf endive or escarole. Endive, Green Batavian has only a slight bitterness and becomes even sweeter in cold temperatures, so it’s ideal for growing outside in the autumn and in tunnels during the winter. Growing instructions: Sow March – April for early harvesting. For Autumn/Winter crops, sow June – September. Keep well-watered and harvest approx 12 weeks after sowing. Cooking: Endive is delicious served raw in salads and combines well with blue cheese, walnuts and dressings made with orange or lemon juice. You can also sautee or casserole endive: wilt with garlic in a little olive oil and braise for 10 minutes until tender. Season and add lemon juice to taste. Approx. 500 organic vegetable seeds per gardener’s packet Click Here to see some great herbs and flowers which are perfect for vegetable gardens.
