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Chicory: A runway of blue
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With its dreamy blue blossoms, common chicory (Cichorium intybus) stands out above all the rest.
Along these stems, the plant develops buds which produce vibrant blossoms daily throughout the summer, earning it names such as blue dandelion, blue sailor, blue daisy or coffeeweed.
1 of 5Chicory root coffeePerhaps the most popular part of a chicory plant is its long taproot, which is used to make chicory root coffee, a nutritious, caffeine-free treat.
It is well known that chicory coffee is an established staple in New Orleans, and some brewmasters add roasted chicory root to their stouts and ales.
The color “blue” is rare in nature and the stunning blossoms appear to reflect the sapphire sky above.