{"product_id":"ga-radicchio-giorgion-bio","title":"Organic Radicchio 'Giorgion'","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Radicchio 'Giorgion' (Cichorium intybus) from the seed company Gaia, a compact red chicory with a refined bitter flavor and a lively crunch\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Giorgion' radicchio forms compact, \u003cstrong\u003edeep red\u003c\/strong\u003e heads, enlivened by white veins that accentuate its classic Italian chicory appearance. Its leafy flesh is \u003cstrong\u003ecrisp\u003c\/strong\u003e and slightly \u003cstrong\u003ebitter\u003c\/strong\u003e , but becomes sweeter as temperatures drop, at which point its color intensifies and its texture firms up. A robust heirloom variety, it tolerates the cool conditions of spring and autumn well and demonstrates excellent disease resistance, offering tight, uniform leaves that shine both in salads and in slow cooking. Its ability to transform its flavor in the cold gives it a unique culinary character, reminiscent of traditional radicchios from northern Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Versatile and aesthetic, it brings a marked gastronomic dimension to the vegetable garden as well as to the plate, combining controlled bitterness, vibrant color and vegetal finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Lettuce, Tatsoi, Mustard\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNefarious plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Endive, Escarole\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Compact rosette\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 30 to 45 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 20 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Environmentally friendly product\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Compact red heads, mild bitterness, color intensified by cold, excellent leaf quality, good disease resistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Deep red with white veins\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Crunchy, bitter, then softened by the cold\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Down to -7°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSow indoors about two weeks before planting outdoors. Transplant as soon as the soil is workable in spring or after the summer heat, around mid-August for optimal color. Sow \u003cstrong\u003e6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep and space the plants 20 to 38 cm apart, with 60 to 90 cm between rows. Germination occurs in ten to fourteen days at \u003cstrong\u003e15 to 20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with an optimum around \u003cstrong\u003e18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . Radicchio prefers \u003cstrong\u003efull sun or partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 2) and regular watering (level 2). \u003cstrong\u003eCold weather is essential\u003c\/strong\u003e to intensify its color and soften its bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest the young leaves for a more tender texture, although their flavor diminishes quickly with storage. Mature buds reveal their best profile after a period of cold storage. The roots can be harvested after four months of growth. Store the leaves in a cool, well-ventilated place to minimize wilting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • In \u003cstrong\u003ecolorful salads\u003c\/strong\u003e to enjoy its crunch and subtle bitterness\u003cbr\u003e • \u003cstrong\u003eGrilled or roasted\u003c\/strong\u003e to develop sweet notes\u003cbr\u003e • In risottos or pasta dishes, its deep red color brings richness and contrast\u003cbr\u003e • Sautéed with garlic and olive oil for a classic Italian touch\u003cbr\u003e • As an accompaniment to rich dishes to balance the flavors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Giorgion'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e radicchio brightens the vegetable garden with its deep red hues and vibrant texture. Its cold hardiness, robustness, and culinary appeal make it an essential chicory for cool-season gardens and kitchens that appreciate the subtle bitterness of Italian varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075559645344,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Radicchio_Giorgion_bioGaia.webp?v=1765366844","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-radicchio-giorgion-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}