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Radicchio
SKU
132RV
£5.49
178 In stock
Radicchio has a stunning 4-5inch maroon coloured head with green outer leaves and white veins
Categories: Lettuce - Radicchio, Lettuce - Radicchio
Description
Radicchio is widely used in Italy, it's a cross between a lettuce and a cabbage and is fairly frost tolerant. They have a stunning 15cm maroon coloured head with green outer leaves and white veins, used mainly in salads within the restaurant trade as it can be produced over a long season. Can also be known as red hearted (Italian) chicory.
Harvest
Roughly 80 days after planting. If left can taste very bitter.
Growing Instructions
Plant 30cm apart in a sunny but sheltered position. Keep well watered until established and in dry weather.
Radicchio is widely used in Italy, it's a cross between a lettuce and a cabbage and is fairly frost tolerant. They have a stunning 15cm maroon coloured head with green outer leaves and white veins, used mainly in salads within the restaurant trade as it can be produced over a long season. Can also be known as red hearted (Italian) chicory.
Harvest
Roughly 80 days after planting. If left can taste very bitter.
Growing Instructions
Plant 30cm apart in a sunny but sheltered position. Keep well watered until established and in dry weather.
| Product Name | Radicchio |
|---|---|
| Species | Lettuce - Radicchio |
| Variety | Radicchio |
| Also Known As | Witloof/Red Heart Italian Chicory |
| Planting Time | March - August |
| Harvest Time | June - November |
| Maturity from Planting | 80 Days |
| Bolting Resistance | Poor |
| Hardyness | Tender |
| pH Level | 5.0 - 6.5 |
| Size | 6 x medium plug plants |
| Pack Size | Medium |