{"product_id":"radicchio-verona-red","title":"Radicchio | Verona Red","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow stunning, tight-heading, and deliciously vibrant heads of Verona Red radicchio right in your home garden. Originating from the Veneto region of northern Italy, this celebrated heirloom Chicory variety is famous for its compact, cabbage-like heads packed with broad, ruby-red leaves, striking white veins, and a pleasantly bitter, sophisticated flavor that brings gourmet crunch to autumn salads and warm winter roasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs cool autumn weather settles in, Verona Red heads deepen into their signature deep wine-red color and sweeten naturally after early frosts. Highly cold-hardy and dependable, this heirloom is an exceptional crop for late-summer planting across Canadian gardens, thriving in raised beds, traditional plots, and container displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Verona Red Radicchio?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Italian heirloom producing dense, globe-shaped heads with deep ruby-red leaves and bright white ribbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, pleasantly bitter, and earthy flavor profile that sweetens after light fall frosts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding cold hardiness for extended late autumn and early winter harvesting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely versatile for fresh gourmet salads, grilling, sautéing, or roasting with olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 80–85 days to maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 70-80 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Verona Red Radicchio from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow radicchio seeds outdoors in mid-to-late summer (about 8–10 weeks before your expected first fall frost date) for the best head formation and flavor, or start indoors 4–5 weeks earlier for a spring crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds approximately 6 mm (1\/4 inch) deep and 2.5 cm (1 inch) apart in rows spaced 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) apart. When seedlings reach 5–7 cm (2–3 inches) tall, thin them to a final spacing of 20–30 cm (8–12 inches) apart to encourage tight, round head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a location in full sun to partial shade with rich, moist, and well-draining soil enriched with compost. Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season to prevent premature bolting and keep leaves succulent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest firm, dense heads by cutting at the base of the plant once cool autumn weather arrives, leaving lower leaves behind to encourage tender secondary shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Radicchio in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerona Red radicchio thrives in Canadian growing conditions when grown as a late summer to autumn crop. Cool fall temperatures trigger the heads to close tightly while intensifying their deep crimson pigmentation and sweetening their natural bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting in July or early August across Canadian regional growing zones ensures heads mature precisely as crisp autumn weather arrives, providing fresh, gourmet greens long after heat-sensitive crops have finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and pest management, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Radicchio_In_Canada_-_Complete_Guide.pdf?v=1794283147\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to Grow Radicchio | Complete Growing Guide\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Radicchio in Canada | Complete Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVerona Red Radicchio Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichorium intybus var. foliosum 'Rosso di Verona'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/radicchio-icon.png?v=1790810750\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eRadicchio (Verona Red \/ Rosso di Verona)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/plant-cycle-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eBiennial grown as an annual leafy head crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/full-sun-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/maturity-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 80–85 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/seed-count-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 70-80 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/pollinators-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; 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With its cold tolerance, tight head formation, and sophisticated gourmet flavor, Verona Red radicchio is an essential and rewarding addition to your Canadian vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow your seeds this season and enjoy an abundant harvest of homegrown Italian greens!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50976677593391,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/radicchio1.webp?v=1738473996","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/radicchio-verona-red","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}