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Heritage Variety. Upright chicory with long 'serrated' leaves with white white ribs. Early maturing. The texture is succulent and the flavor, is unforgettably bitter, an acquired and appreciated taste that mellows with a simple water bath or cooking. The young leaves also will have a milder flavor than that of more mature Catalogna plants. Tall, open, green leaf chicory. Cook or eat fresh in salads. Best for fall.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Cichorium intybus var. Catalogna Pugliese |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 7 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 21 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 4-6 weeks before last spring frost, Early Spring, Late Spring |
| Growing Height | 12-18 in. (30-45 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 12-15 in. (30-38 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | N/A |
| Other Details | Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 70-80 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall, From seed; sow indoors before last frost, From seed; stratify if sowing indoors, From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse |
| Seed Collecting | Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
| Seeds Per Pack | 200 |
