How to Grow Radicchio

Intermediate

Cichorium intybus var. foliosum

A striking Italian chicory forming tight heads or loose rosettes of deep red-and-white leaves with pleasantly bitter flavour. Becomes sweeter and milder after frost. Excellent in salads and on the grill.

Last updated: June 2026

Days to Maturity
65–80 days
typical
Per Square Foot
1
Plant Spacing
30 cm / 12"
Sun
4+ hours
Water
1.0" / 25 mm
Fertilization
moderate feeder

Growing Notes

Direct sow or transplant 4 weeks before last frost for spring; 10–12 weeks before first fall frost for the superior fall crop. Cut heads when firm. Some varieties regenerate from the root for a second harvest.

Popular Varieties

1 radicchio cultivars in our catalog.

Leonardo
Hybrid
Avg fruit
1.0 lb (454 g)

Square Foot Spacing

1 per sq ft

12" apart (entire square)

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