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Chicory Variegata di Castelfranco

Chicory seeds - Variegata di Castelfranco

A wonderfully decorative chicory with green leaves blotched red and forming an inner loose head of red and white in autumn. An ancient variety developed in the 18th century in the Castelfranco region of Northern Italy. One of the best for eating quality.

In the UK the name Radicchio is used to describe the red and variegated leaved chicories which are relatively new here. Suffolk Herbs introduced Radicchio many years ago and they have really gained in popularity. Radicchio are not only an indispensable new flavour in salad but their beautiful red and pink inner leaves form a most decorative garnish.

Product Part No: V136

Pack size: 400 Seeds

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Price: £2.10

When to Sow

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Additional Details

When to Sow Variegata di Castelfranco Chicory

April to August

Where to Sow

Outdoors: sow thinly where they are to crop, 1.5cm (½") deep, directly into finely-prepared soil, in rows spaced 30cm (12in) apart. Can also be sown underglass early in the year or in autumn into modules filled with seed sowing compost and transplanted out , filling vacant spaces on the plot.

What to do next

Thin out direct sown seedlings to 25-30cm (10-12in) apart between the plants. Keep well watered in dry spells. Transplant modules to the same spacings as above.

Harvest

June to October

Handy Tip

Modules can be transplanted in the autumn under cloches or polytunnels to extend the cropping season.

Nutritional Values

Rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, A and E.