Red Rib Dandelion

Scientific Name: Cichorium intybus 'Red Rib'

Plant type

perennial, herb, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 18"
W: 18"

planting zones

4a-10b

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Red Rib Dandelion plant details

Red Rib Dandelion is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial fruit / vegetable or herb with green, red and variegated foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Red Rib Dandelion

Plant type: perennial fruit / vegetable or herb
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green, red and variegated
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, culinary, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Red Rib Dandelion

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We are sometimes asked for low maintenance drought tolerant perennial edibles and this plant fits the bill! This “dandelion” is similar to some of the common edible weeds you are probably familiar with (Dandelions, Chicory and Purslane) but is bred for its better flavor and showy stem color. The taste is slightly bitter, but less than its wild brethren and is sweeter early in the season. You can’t beat this green for nutritional value, either. It’s just domestic enough to belong in the garden and just wild enough to grow there with very little assistance. The roots are edible as well, as are the periwinkle blue flowers, which arrive in Summer and are a great treat to your local insects! To 18” tall and wide.