Géante Maraîchère - Escarole Curly endive
This vigorous, hardy escarole-type variety is adapted to both hot and cold climates. It produces upright, blond-green foliage and a heart about 55 cm in diameter, which whitens easily.
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in the ground, in bucket
Sow directly in place, in rows 30 cm apart. Cover the seeds lightly and press down with the back of a rake. Thin to 30 cm in all directions. If sown too early, it will bolt quickly.
Chicory needs regular watering, which can be reduced by mulching. Bitter endive is more resistant to very low winter temperatures than escarole or curly endive. They can be left in the ground over winter in most regions.
April, May, June
July, August, September, October, November
in the ground
sunny
medium
all floor types
drained, fees, furniture
Cichorium endivia
late
From 100 to 150 g
1 gram
55 cm
crunchy
escarole
Green
curly
France
1926
the Clause Guide: a complete practical gardening guide.
This old French variety is mentioned in Guide Clause: guide pratique complet de jardinage, 1926.
