{"product_id":"pennington-top-choice-chicory-plus-mix","title":"Pennington Top Choice Chicory Plus Mix","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePennington Top Choice Chicory Plus Mix\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablish a high-protein, long-lasting food plot with \u003cstrong\u003ePennington Top Choice Chicory Plus Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed to attract and nourish deer throughout the growing season, this premium blend combines the exceptional forage quality of chicory with complementary forage species to produce a durable, nutrient-rich food source that withstands heavy grazing pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for its deep root system and drought tolerance, chicory continues producing nutritious forage even during dry conditions when other food plot varieties may struggle. The result is a highly palatable planting that encourages frequent deer activity while supporting overall herd health with protein-rich forage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for hunting properties, wildlife habitat improvement, and land management projects, Pennington Top Choice Chicory Plus Mix provides dependable forage from spring through fall when properly established and maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium chicory-based blend for deer nutrition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-protein forage encourages healthy antler growth and body condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep-rooted plants offer excellent drought tolerance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithstands repeated grazing pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides season-long forage production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for food plots, hunting properties, and wildlife habitat enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a site with full sun (at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove existing vegetation, weeds, and debris from the planting area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare a firm, smooth seedbed by loosening the top 2–4 inches of soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply lime and fertilizer based on a soil test for optimal establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroadcast the seed evenly across the prepared soil using a hand or broadcast spreader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightly rake or cultipack the seed into the soil, covering it no more than \u003cstrong\u003e1\/8–1\/4 inch deep\u003c\/strong\u003e. Chicory seed should not be planted deeply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant when adequate soil moisture is available or before a forecasted rainfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist until seedlings are well established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerforms best in well-drained soils with a soil pH between \u003cstrong\u003e6.0 and 7.0\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid planting too deeply, as shallow planting improves germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMow periodically to encourage fresh, tender forage growth and reduce weed competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilize as recommended by a soil test to maximize forage production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the seeding rate on the product packaging for your specific planting area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're creating a new food plot or improving an existing one, Pennington Top Choice Chicory Plus Mix delivers dependable, high-quality forage that helps attract deer while supporting a healthier wildlife habitat year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pennington Seed","offers":[{"title":"4 Pounds","offer_id":61997881065842,"sku":"top-choice-chicory-plus-4lb","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Pounds","offer_id":61997881098610,"sku":"top-choice-chicory-plus-2lbs","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0198\/8486\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-01161943.jpg?v=1782937708","url":"https:\/\/www.seedworldusa.com\/products\/pennington-top-choice-chicory-plus-mix","provider":"Seed World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}