Chicory Catalogna Puntarelle Vegetable Seeds
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Features
Life Cycle
Biennial
Planting Season
Spring–Fall
Growth Habit
Upright Rosette
Flavor Profile
Bitter-Sweet Crunchy
Plant Characteristics
Serrated Leaves, Tender Shoots
Use
Salads, Stir-Fry
Growing Conditions
Cool, Moist Soil
Harvest Advantages
Cut-and-Come Again
Plant Resistance
Cold Hardy
About – Chicory Catalogna Puntarelle
Cichorium intybus
Seed Names
Catalogna, Puntarelle Chicory
Seed Type
Open-Pollinated
Catalogna Puntarelle is a traditional Italian variety of Cichorium intybus, prized for its unique hollow shoots and dandelion-like leaves. This gourmet green is known for its crunchy texture and mildly bitter flavor, especially enjoyed raw in salads or lightly sautéed. Ideal for cool-season gardening and repeated harvests.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moderate
Planting Depth
1/4 Inch
Sowing Method
Direct Sow Preferred
Plant Spacing
8–12 Inches
Days to Maturity
60–75 Days
Soil Preparation
Soak 6–8 Hours
Hardiness Zones
4–10
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Spring or Fall
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 50 sq ft
500
Up to 250 sq ft
1000
Up to 500 sq ft