{"product_id":"ga-radicchio-palla-rosa-bio","title":"Organic Radicchio 'Palla Rosa'","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"156\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"156\"\u003eOrganic Radicchio 'Palla Rosa' (Cichorium intybus) from the seed company Gaia, a round chicory with a vibrant red color, a dense texture, and a delicate bitterness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eRadicchio 'Palla Rosa' forms round, tightly packed heads of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"236\"\u003evibrant red\u003c\/strong\u003e , streaked with \u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"273\"\u003ewhite veins\u003c\/strong\u003e that accentuate its Italian elegance. Its leafy flesh is \u003cstrong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"348\"\u003ecrisp\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a mild bitterness that deepens when roasted or grilled, revealing a warm and complex flavor. An heirloom variety cultivated for cooler climates, it develops its most intense color after a period of cold, which also refines its texture. Its compact growth makes it ideal for small gardens, close borders, or container gardening, where it produces consistent, reliable, and easy-to-harvest heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eVersatile and aromatic, it can be enjoyed both raw in colorful salads and cooked, where its deep red color and assertive taste add a unique depth to Mediterranean or autumn dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Lettuce, Tatsoi, Mustard\u003cbr data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eNefarious plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Endive, Escarole\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Compact rosette\u003cbr data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 10 to 18 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 50 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Environmentally friendly product\u003cbr data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e : Compact, round buds, bright red color, bitterness softened by cold, excellent growing conditions, suitable for small spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright red with white veins\u003cbr data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Crunchy, slightly bitter, then sweeter after cooking or chilling\u003cbr data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Down to -7°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"2301\"\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 data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, space plants 20 to 38 cm apart, and leave 60 to 90 cm between rows. Germination takes ten to fourteen days at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e15 to 20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with an optimum around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . Radicchio prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003efull sun or partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 2) and regular watering, which are essential for forming round, dense heads. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003eCold weather is crucial\u003c\/strong\u003e for intensifying color and reducing bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2711\"\u003eHarvest the young leaves for a more tender texture, although they quickly lose flavor once stored. Mature buds reach their full potential after natural cooling. The roots can be harvested after four months of growth. The leaves have a short shelf life and should be refrigerated in a light, well-ventilated environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"3075\"\u003e • In \u003cstrong data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2767\"\u003ecolorful salads\u003c\/strong\u003e where its crunch and bright red color dominate\u003cbr data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"2814\" data-end=\"2832\"\u003eGrilled or roasted\u003c\/strong\u003e for a deeper, sweeter bitterness\u003cbr data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2877\"\u003e • In risottos and pasta dishes for an authentic Italian touch\u003cbr data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2946\"\u003e • Sautéed with garlic and olive oil for a melt-in-your-mouth texture\u003cbr data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3008\"\u003e • As an accompaniment to rich meats to balance the flavors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3360\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Palla Rosa'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e radicchio combines a rounded shape, vibrant color, and refined bitterness to offer a chicory that is as beautiful as it is delicious. Compact, productive, and reliable, it enriches cool-season gardens and adds a distinctly gastronomic dimension to cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075559743648,"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_PallaRosa_bioGaia.webp?v=1765366990","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-radicchio-palla-rosa-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}