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A mixture of chicory from the Italian varieties Radicchio and Endive, including Pan di Zucchero, Spadona, Romanesca da Taglio, Cuor d Oro, Riccia Pancalieri, Rosso di Treviso, di Chiggia, Variegata di Lusia, Treviso 4 Tardiva, Rossa Treviso sel Sveltael Rolla Rossa Treviso sel Sveltael Rolla Ross Rossa Agena, Palla Rossa Giusto. Specially selected varieties for growing early baby chicory leaves (3-4 weeks after germination). Sow directly in beds or in containers from early spring to winter and cut when they reach a height of 10-15cm (4-6in.). For continuous harvest sow every 3-4 weeks. -
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Rossa di Treviso is a prized Heirloom radicchio from Treviso Italy. It is very cold hardy and will add a striking colour to salads! Leaves start off green and then turn red contrasting beautifully against the thick white stripes and midribs as the weather cools. The tender, slightly bitter leaves are delicious in salads or sauteed with other vegetables. Believed to be good for insomnia and purifying the blood. -
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Although this is called a challenging crop to grow, it is not quite so challenging in the Calgary climate. It does take a bit more work but the use of the young leaves then heads later makes the work more than worthwhile. The young fresh heads are a visual delight for the eyes and a culinary treat for the taste buds! A spreading, leafy plant producing open, round heads 5-10 cm in diameter. Beautiful dark red leaves that withstand considerable frost. Follow our planting instructions for our foolproof method of growing great Radicchio. A cold frame or a basement is all that's needed to enjoy these culinary delights.