Add gourmet flavor to your garden with Cicoria de Chioggia Chicory seeds, a premium heirloom variety known for its crisp, tender leaves. Ideal for salads, sautéing, or fresh culinary use, this chicory variety thrives in home gardens, raised beds, and containers, offering both beauty and taste.

Features:

1. Variety: Cicoria de Chioggia
2. Growth habit: Upright, leafy, and compact
3. Leaf characteristics: Crisp, tender, slightly bitter, and flavorful
4. Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
5. Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
6. Suitable for: Garden beds, raised beds, containers, and fresh culinary use

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO, heirloom chicory seeds
2. Planting Season: Spring and fall
3. Zones: USDA Zones 3–10
4. Planting Depth: 0.25 inch (6 mm)
5. Spacing: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm) between plants
6. Germination Time: 7–14 days
7. Days to Harvest: 60–75 days for baby leaves, 80–100 days for mature leaves
8. Plant Height: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)
9. Plant Width: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
10. Temperature: Prefers cool, moderate climates
11. Watering: Regular, consistent moisture for tender growth
12. Indoor/Outdoor: Suitable for containers, raised beds, and open garden planting

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly in prepared soil or containers.
2. Keep soil moist and well-draining for successful germination.
3. Thin seedlings to recommended spacing once they reach 2–3 inches tall.
4. Harvest baby leaves when tender or wait for mature leaves for full flavor.
5. Provide consistent watering and partial sun exposure to enhance taste and texture.