Lake Valley Radicchio Giulio Heirloom

Giulio Radicchio

This gourmet Italian red chicory has a distinct bitter-sweet flavor. The compact heads are deep red with white veins. Giulio is the first radicchio developed for slow-bolting spring production.

Planting

Sow in moist, fertile soil in a location with full sun to part shade in spring after all danger of frost has passed. Sow in fall, or winter in mild climates. Keep young plants well watered.

Harvest

Harvest entire plant when heads have firmed and turn deep red. Discard outer leaves.

• Seed Depth: 1/2"
• Plant Space: 10"
• Row Space: 18"
• Sprouts in 10-14 days
• Matures in 60 days
• Seed Count: Approx. 30