Chicory Red Rib

$2.75

Chicory Red Rib is a culinary gem that adds sophistication to your dishes.

Characterised by its deep red leaves and crisp texture, this chicory variety is a versatile ingredient that elevates both the visual appeal and flavour profile of your meals.

Beyond its culinary merits, Chicory Red Rib also offers health benefits.

It’s packed with vitamins and minerals, and is natural compounds may also offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Chicory Red Rib

Introduce a touch of colour and flavour to your garden with our Chicory Red Rib seeds (Cichorium Intybus).

Appearance:

This unique variety of Chicory features striking red stems and ribs, adding a vibrant contrast to its green leaves.

Planting Chicory Red Rib not only enhances the beauty of your garden but also provides you with a fresh and flavorful addition to your meals.

What does Chicory taste like?

Not only is Chicory Red Rib visually appealing, but it also offers a pleasant, slightly bitter flavour that adds complexity to salads and other dishes.

Chicory is only slightly more bitter than Cos lettuce.

Use it raw in salads for a burst of colour and flavour, or grill or roast it to mellow out the bitterness and enhance its sweetness.

Incorporate it into pasta dishes, risottos, or even as a vibrant garnish.

Grow Chicory all year round!

Chicory is a versatile and easy-to-grow plant that thrives in cool weather.

Plant the seeds in a sunny spot with well-drained soil, and water regularly to keep the soil moist.

With its tolerance to both heat and cold, Chicory Red Rib can be grown all year round, providing you with a continuous harvest.

Is Chicory good for health?

One of the key benefits of Chicory Red Rib is its nutritional value.

Like other leafy greens, chicory is rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fibre and antioxidants.

Adding chicory to your diet can help support digestion, boost your immune system, and promote overall health and well-being.

Growing notes:

  • Choose a full sun or part shade position
  • Sow seeds directly or start as seedlings
  • Growing season – Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
  • Depth: 5mm
  • Spacing: 25cm
  • Height: 35cm
  • Germinates: 5-10 days
  • Matures: 65 days

Each pack has 25 seeds.

Chicory Red Rib is a must-have for any garden.

With its vibrant colour, unique flavour, and nutritional benefits, this variety is sure to become a favourite among home cooks and gardeners alike.

Grow, harvest, and savour the culinary delights of Chicory Red Rib in your kitchen!

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