Burdock Seeds

Burdock, known as gobo in Japanese cooking, is grown for its long, slender taproot, which has an earthy, slightly sweet flavor in stir-fries and braises. Chiko produces roots up to 2 ft. long, so loose, deep soil is a must. Raised beds or a sandy loam make digging easier. It takes about 120 days. Harvest in fall. Dig carefully.