CHICORY ROSSA DI TREVISO Seeds for Planting Premium Quality Seeds for Your Garden

Here’s a growing guide for Chicory Rossa di Treviso Seeds:

Key Features:

• Product Name: Chicory Rossa di Treviso Seeds
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Sunlight Needs: Full sun to partial shade (4-6 hours of sunlight)
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil (pH 6.0–7.5)
• Leaf Description: Dark red, elongated leaves with a distinct, slightly bitter flavor
• Taste: Bitter, slightly sweet flavor, ideal for salads, garnishes, or sautéing

Product Details:

• Germination Rate: High, ensuring reliable growth
• Seed Freshness: Premium quality for optimal germination
• Shelf Life: Best used within one year for maximum viability
• Sourcing: Sustainably harvested

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

• Indoor Start: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
• Outdoor Sowing: Direct sow outdoors after the last frost date, when soil temperatures reach at least 60°F (15°C).

Sowing Instructions:

• Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart, with rows spaced 18-24 inches apart.
• Planting Depth: Sow seeds ¼-½ inch deep.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but well-drained, during germination.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Regular watering is crucial, especially during dry spells. Avoid wetting foliage to prevent disease.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer, with a focus on phosphorus and potassium to promote healthy leaf growth.
• Mulching: Apply mulch to retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate temperature.

Harvesting:

• Harvest Time: 70-90 days after sowing when the leaves reach full size, and the head forms.
• Harvesting Method: Cut the chicory at the base of the plant to preserve its structure.

Storage:

• Storage: Chicory can be stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks. It can also be used fresh or preserved by pickling or blanching.

Enjoy growing this unique, flavorful leafy vegetable in your garden!