Cichorium intybusRadicchio
Family:Asteraceae
属:菊苣属
common name:Radicchio
introduce:Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Family: Asteraceae
Missouri Native: No
Native Range: Europe and western Asia
Height: 0.6 to 1 foot
Spread: 0.6 to 1 foot
Bloom Time: -
Bloom Color:
Sun: Full sun (only)
Water: Medium moisture
Maintenance: Medium
General Culture:
Soil should be well-drained, with ample organic matter and a pH of 7 or above. Moisture should be available at all times. Best results are obtained in cool and mild weather, with nights below 60 degrees F. For early planting, seed in peat pots or plug trays and transplant outside in two or three weeks. Floating row covers protect against pests and frosts. Set out transplants 8?apart with 18?between rows.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
This chicory is gaining popularity as an important component of spring salads. Newer varieties can be harvested within 60 days from transplanting.
Problems:
Similar to lettuce: snails, slugs, and cutworms can be a problem.
Uses:
Salads.
