(C) Chicory Palla Rossa seeds 0.5g (442366)

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Chicory ‘Palla Rossa 3’
Botanical Name: Cichorium intybus
Type: Biennial (grown as annual)

Chicory ‘Palla Rossa 3’ is a classic Italian radicchio variety producing compact, round heads with striking deep red leaves and crisp white veins. It has a pleasantly bitter flavour that becomes milder after frost, making it perfect for salads, grilling, and cooking. This reliable variety is well suited to autumn and winter harvesting.

Plant Details

Type: Biennial (usually grown as annual)
Height: 25–30cm
Spread: 25–30cm
Harvest: September – November
Position: Full sun or partial shade

Growing Information

Sow: June – July
Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C
Spacing: Thin or transplant to 25–30cm apart
Care: Water regularly; plants tolerate light frost which improves flavour

Why You’ll Love It

Deep red, attractive heads
Excellent flavour for salads and cooking
Ideal for autumn and winter harvests
Traditional Italian variety

Top Tip

For sweeter flavour, harvest after the first light frosts or blanch heads slightly by tying outer leaves together.

Perfect For

Kitchen gardens
Autumn & winter crops
Salads, grilling & roasting
Italian-style dishes

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