Endive Seeds - Rossa Di Verona Radicchio

BOTANICAL NAME

Chicorium endiva

LIFE CYCLE

• Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

• 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

• Upright

COLOR

• White

Sometimes known as Italian Chicory, this endive is grown as a leaf vegetable which can be roasted or grilled. In Italy, it is popularly served grilled in olive oil. Round, solid and compact heads sport heart-shaped, deep red leaves.

• • Known Also as Italian Chicory
• • Compact Heads with Deep Red Leaves
• • Best Sown Late Spring for Fall Harvest

PLANTING SEASON

• Cool Season

SOWING METHOD

• Direct Sow
• Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

• 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

• Average

PLANT SPACING

• 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

• N/A - Annual