This is one in a series of very short articles that will hopefully change your mind about some surprisingly good weeds. And even if your mind isn't changed, you'll still be well informed.
I ran across chicory because it was the source of some inulin fiber I bought as a prebiotic fiber -- prebiotic fiber supports the growth of healthy gut bacteria which is characteristic of a strong immune system. Prebiotic fiber supports probiotic gut bacteria.
I just received and have now planted a young chicory plant from a friend, I sure hope I can keep this one alive. All the others I've tried have been transplants from along a roadside and I've lost every attempt I've made Maybe this one will grow for me.
Ha! Sometimes weeds are peculiar about where they plant their roots. Chicory is one of them. When we had relatives who lived in E Texas, they would send us chicory laced coffee. . . mostly just for me. I love it. I'm pretty sure they got it in Louisiana.
