When to Plant Endive in New York City, New York (10012)

Location

New York City, New York

ZIP Code

10012

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, March 8, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Endive directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Cichorium endivia

Days to Maturity 85 days

Mature Height 10-16"

Spread 12"

Type Leaf

Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Regular (keep moist)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

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Growing Endive in Zone 7b

Endive (Cichorium endivia) is a popular garden vegetable. In New York City, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Endive grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.