Zuccherina Di Trieste ( Cichorium intybus)

Zuccherina Chicory from Trieste (Cichorium intybus L.):  a very blond and early variety of cutting chicory, it takes its name from the light flavor of its leaves, ready in a month from sowing. If you want a more bitter flavor, let them grow a few more days.
It can be sown all year round in the South, while in the center-north you should avoid the coldest months. Very easy to grow, it is at its best when sown in September-October, due to the prolonged harvest, but it will still give you satisfaction even if sown in March. Due 
to its great precocity, it is a variety that can be grown even at altitudes prohibitive for other vegetables (in the hot season, obviously). It fears water stagnation, and irrigates without excess.

I absolutely love the diverse array of regional vegetables that can be found all over the world, but my heart truly adores how simply and deliciously the Italians utilize their vegetables. They always make it a point to highlight the natural flavors inherent in the produce, carefully prepared to showcase their quality, and they seldom rely on an abundance of spices to mask the unique tastes. Instead, they prefer to celebrate each vegetable’s distinct characteristics, allowing the fresh ingredients to shine through in their delightful dishes.

Suppliers for seeds :

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