Leaf Chicory Bianca di Milano

Leaf Chicory Bianca di Milano

Overview

Leaf Chicory Bianca di Milano is a crisp, productive chicory variety valued for its light green curled leaves and pleasantly bitter flavour — ideal for fresh salads and year-round greenhouse cultivation.

Key Features

• Ensure good light conditions for strong growth.
• Thin or space plants properly after emergence.
• Growth: Compact, elongated, curled heads
• Leaf colour: Light green
• Taste: Crisp with a mild bitter note
• Suitable for year-round greenhouse cultivation.
• Crisp texture with refreshing flavour.
• Compact, visually attractive heads.
• Reliable germination and strong growth.
• High culinary versatility.
• Care Tips.
• Use organic fertilisers to boost yield.
• Usage.
• Fresh salads.
• Sandwiches and cold dishes.
• Light cooked vegetable dishes.
• Decorative garnish due to curled leaves.

Sowing Instructions

• Sow directly outdoors from May to June.
• Sow seeds at a depth of 1.5–2 cm.
• Sowing Period: May – June (V–VI)

Growing Conditions and Care

• Keep soil moist, fertile, and well prepared.
• Spacing: 20–30 cm between rows, 30 cm between plants
• Position: Full sun to light shade
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, moderately moist
• Water regularly, especially in dry periods.
• Keep soil weed-free for best development.
• Avoid waterlogging to prevent root issues.

Harvesting and Use

• Harvest Period: September – November (IX–XI)

Product Details

• Type: Leaf chicory

Browse herb seeds from Mallorn Gardening Supplies for home gardens, allotments and container growing in Ireland.