Castel Franco - Bitter Curly endive
This very old variety forms a round, loose apple with magnificent green leaves variegated with red and white, tender and slightly bitter. Protect from extreme heat, for a late-season harvest.
Also known as Variegata di Castel Franco.
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in the ground, in bucket
Sow directly in place, in rows 30 cm apart. Cover the seeds lightly and press down with the back of a rake. Thin to 30 cm in all directions. If sown too early, it will bolt quickly.
Chicory needs regular watering, which can be reduced by mulching. Bitter endive is more resistant to very low winter temperatures than escarole or curly endive. They can be left in the ground over winter in most regions.
June, July, August
January, February, October, November, December
in the ground
sunny
medium
all floor types
drained, fees, furniture
Cichorium intybus
mid-season
1 gram
tender
bitter
smooth
Italy
Inconnue
A very old variety of Italian origin. Also known as Variegata di Castel Franco.