Castelfranco Variegated Radicchio

• 80 days.
• Italians call it “A flower for eating.” 
• Round slightly open heads have creamy white leaves generously splashed with violet and burgundy. 
• Under cold conditions formerly dull green heads whiten and become a winter rose with tender, delicate leaves, crisp and slightly fragrant. 
• Best planted in late July or August for winter harvest.

Planting Directions:  Plant in early spring and again in early July for a fall harvest.  Soil temperature should be 55°-75° for best germination with seed planted 1/4” deep. Thin plants when they are 1” high to 8” apart.  Protect from hot weather by using shade cloth. Greens harvested in colder weather tend to be sweeter.