Radicchio Seeds - Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Radicchio seeds produce cool season leafy vegetable plants known for their compact rosette growth and firm heads. These plants grow well in mild to cool climates with full sunlight and well drained fertile soil conditions. They are suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container cultivation where consistent moisture and moderate temperatures are available. Radicchio plants adapt to temperate growing regions and are commonly cultivated for seasonal vegetable planting.

Features

• Cool season leafy vegetable plant with compact growth

• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting

• Adapted to mild and cool climate conditions

• Performs well in well drained fertile soil with consistent moisture

• Suitable for seasonal kitchen garden cultivation

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cichorium intybus var. foliosum

• Common Name (US): Radicchio

• Seed Type / Variety: Leafy vegetable seed type

• Growth Habit: Compact rosette forming annual or biennial plant

• USDA Zones: 3 to 10 grown as seasonal crop

• Planting Season: Early spring and late summer to fall

• Growing Season: Spring and fall growing periods

• Sowing Season: February to April and August to October in mild climates

• Germination Time And Conditions: About 7 to 14 days at 10 to 20 C with consistent moisture

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial sun

• Soil Requirements: Well drained fertile soil with moderate organic content

• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering with evenly moist soil

• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 20 to 30 cm height and 20 to 30 cm spread

• Plant Spacing: About 20 to 30 cm between plants