Fenice TT - Radicchio Castelfranco
zs86 (Cichorium intybus)
Description
This unusual radicchio is sometimes called ‘edible rose’ due to its beautiful appearance. Rosette-like heads with long, creamy white leaves delicately flecked with red. Sweet, slightly bitter, delicate flavour. Ready for harvesting 85-90 days after planti
Variety-specific characteristics
| Type | Variegata di Castelfranco |
|---|---|
| also available as seed disk | No |
| also available as seed mat | No |
| Positive for pollinators | No |
| Colour | red |
| Harvest | autumn |
| Temperature requirements | low |
| Cichorium intybus | |
| Nutrient requirements | low |
| Seed spacing in the row | 30 cm |
| Seed spacing between the row | 30 cm |
| Sowing depth | 1 cm |
| Well suited for manual incorporation | No |
Explanations
Pelleted seeds (pills). The seeds are coated with mineral fillers. The aim is to standardise size and shape to facilitate (technical) sowing. The biocompatible pills are sold per piece.