- Eventual Height: 20cm
- Eventual Spread: 20cm
Chicory variegated Palla Rossa of Chioggia
Chicory variegated Palla Rossa of Chioggia
- Position: full sun or light shade
- Soil: poor soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A round, red ball type chicory from Chioggia, Italy. It has variegated red and white speckles which become more intense the colder the weather It is known for its compactness, size, and flavour.
- Growing Instructions:Chicory prefers an open, sunny site, but will tolerate light shade.
It does well on poor soils and needs little fertiliser.
Sow indoors - May to August and plant out in June to September
Sow outside - June to August when the air temperature is above 10°C
Sow 1cm deep
Thin plants to 10cm apart July to September
Harvest: August to November
