Castelfranco - Radicchio

zs87 (Cichorium intybus)

A special type of radicchio called the ‘edible rose’ because of its beautiful shape. Rosetted heads with creamy white spreading leaves speckled with red. The refreshing and delicate taste ranges from sweet to pleasantly bitter. Ready to harvest 85-90 days after planting.

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Variety-specific characteristics

Type Variegata di Castelfranco
Colour red
Harvest autumn
Temperature requirements low
Cichorium intybus
Nutrient requirements low
Seed spacing in the row 30 cm
Seed spacing between the row 40 cm
Sowing depth 0.5-1 cm

Explanations

Pelleted seeds (pills). The seeds are coated with mineral fillers. The aim is to standardise size and shape to facilitate (technical) sowing. The biocompatible pills are sold per piece.