Sugar Loaf - Bitter Curly endive
This very old variety forms a tight, elongated greenish-white apple, 40 to 45 cm high. Its leaves roll up like a cone. They have a very crunchy texture and a flavor that improves with freezing.
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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.
June, July, August
January, February, October, November, December
in the ground
sunny
medium
all floor types
drained, fees, furniture
Cichorium intybus
late
From 100 to 150 g
2 grams
crunchy
bitter
Green, White
pointed
Italy
Inconnue
This ancient variety originated in Italy.
