Chicory- Italiko Rosso
- Also known as "Red Dandelion" chicory
- Heirloom variety from Italy
- Great for baby leaf
Description
'Chicory- Italiko Rosso' seeds
Cichorium intybus
- Also known as "Red Dandelion" chicory
- Heirloom variety from Italy
- Great for baby leaf
Heirloom variety from Italy. Open loose-leaf variety with deep red stems and long serrated dark green leaves which look similar to dandelion. Bitter spicy flavour that is a very popular addition to salads. Great variety for baby-leaf. Also good steamed, sautéed, grilled and stir fried. Can be cooked as a vegetable or eaten raw as a salad green. Harvest by cutting leaves off above ground level as required, plant will continue to sprout. Also known as "Red Dandelion" or "Red Rib".
Seeds per gram: 600
Product code: G7-08
| Method | Sow direct |
|---|---|
| Sowing Depth | 5mm |
| Season | Spring and autumn |
| Germination | 4-7 days @ 15-18°C |
| Hardiness / Life Cycle | Hardy Perennial (usually grown as an annual) |
| Row Spacing | 30cm |
| Plant Spacing | 15cm |
| Position | Full sun, moist soil |
| Days Until Maturity | 40 days |
Shipping
We deliver Australia wide.
All orders are dispatched from our warehouse in Knoxfield, Victoria, Australia.
We do not deliver overseas.
Shipping cost is calculated using all the items in your shopping cart and your delivery postcode. The table below outlines the delivery options and costs.
Order dispatch time is currently 1-3 business days plus delivery time
Please note we are unable to guarantee specific delivery dates. The delivery timeframes below are estimates only.
| Whats in the order? | Shipping Options | Shipping Cost | Shipping Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small seed packets ONLY | Economy Delivery | $2.50 or FREE on orders over $20 (WA customers: $5 economy delivery*) |
Orders sent via letter | Delivery 2-6 business days No tracking | Guaranteed delivery** by 20 business days |
| Parcel Delivery | Capped rate of $6.99 | Order sent via Australia Post- Parcel Post | 1-6 business days WITH TRACKING | Guaranteed delivery** |
|
| Express Delivery | Starting from $15.00 (calculated by weight) |
Order sent via Australia Post- Express | 1+ business day WITH TRACKING | Guaranteed delivery** |
|
| Order includes BULK seed or other non-seed products |
Parcel Delivery | Capped rate of $6.99 | Order sent via Australia Post- Parcel Post | 1-6 business days WITH TRACKING | Guaranteed delivery** |
| Express Delivery | Starting from $15.00 (calculated by weight) |
Order sent via Australia Post- Express | 1+ business day WITH TRACKING | Guaranteed delivery** |
|
*All orders sent to Western Australia are subject to mandatory inspection and fees by Quarantine WA. These fees are included in all shipping costs above.
**We will replace all orders that are lost or damaged in transit however we will not replace or refund orders simply because they were delivered later than estimated. Full details here.
Ratings & Reviews
Be The First To Review This Product!
Help other The Seed Collection Pty Ltd users shop smarter by writing reviews for products you have purchased.
