Pinetree Garden Seeds Perseo Radicchio
Best gourmet chicory for home gardeners seeking vibrant cool weather harvests.
This is the ideal choice for gardeners who want a reliable, compact crop that doesn't take over the entire plot. While you’ll need to time your planting for cooler weather, the trade-off is a consistent, high-quality harvest that works just as well in a fresh salad as it does on the grill.
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Pinetree Garden Seeds
Who it's for
- Northern gardeners dealing with shorter growing windows
- Home chefs looking to add gourmet visual flair to meals
- Urban growers working with limited garden square footage
Who should skip it
- Southern gardeners facing unpredictable or intense summer heat waves
- Palates preferring the sweetness of butterhead or romaine lettuces
- Casual hobbyists who prefer set it and forget it crops
Performance breakdown
Harvest Uniformity
Predictable growth patterns ensure your entire crop matures at once.
Space Efficiency
Compact heads thrive in tight rows, maximizing small garden yields.
Culinary Versatility
Equally delicious raw in salads or charred on the grill.
Season Flexibility
Reliable performer for both spring and fall planting windows.
Germination Reliability
Consistent sprout rates within a standard ten-day window.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward requirements make this an approachable choice for home gardeners.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Cichorium intybus
Days to Maturity
55 days
Seed Count
50 seeds
Planting Depth
0.25 inches
Plant Spacing
8-12 inches
Row Spacing
12 inches
Germination Time
4-10 days
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Lifecycle
Annual
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