Chioggia Radicchio Seeds - Vegetable Plant For Home Gardens

Chioggia Radicchio Seeds are from Cichorium intybus, a cool-season leafy vegetable variety known for its round heads, crisp leaves, and distinctive red-and-white coloring. This traditional Italian chicory variety is commonly grown in home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers. Chioggia Radicchio performs best in fertile, well-draining soil with consistent moisture and full sun to partial shade conditions. It is suitable for spring and fall cultivation and provides attractive foliage for home gardens.

Features

• Seeds of the Chioggia Radicchio leafy vegetable variety
• Produces round heads with red and white patterned leaves
• Suitable for vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers
• Performs well in cool-season growing conditions
• Requires fertile, moisture-retentive soil
• Provides attractive ornamental and edible foliage

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cichorium intybus
• Common Name (US): Chioggia Radicchio, Italian Chicory
• Seed Type / Variety: Leafy Vegetable Seed
• Growth Habit: Biennial leafy vegetable grown as an annual
• USDA Zones: 3–9
• Planting Season: Spring and Fall
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring and Fall
• Sowing Season Months: March–May, August–September
• Germination: 7–14 days under suitable conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; maintain consistent soil moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 8–12 in tall, 8–12 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 in apart