Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
long
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Late Winter
Flavour Profile
Mildly
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Plant Type
Leafy vegetable
Planting Season
Autumn
Fruit Size
Leafy crop
Plant Height
40–60 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
6–10
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
25–30 cm
Planting Depth
0.5–1 cm
Growing Conditions
Cool climate
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Chicory Catalogna different from standard chicory varieties?
What makes Chicory Catalogna different from standard chicory varieties?
Catalogna develops long, upright leaves with a distinctive leafy form, making it visually different from more compact chicory types.
How can Catalogna chicory be harvested for repeated leaf production?
How can Catalogna chicory be harvested for repeated leaf production?
Harvest the outer leaves while leaving the central growing point intact, allowing the plant to continue producing fresh foliage.
Can Chicory Catalogna be grown successfully in containers?
Can Chicory Catalogna be grown successfully in containers?
Yes, it can be grown in a suitable container with adequate drainage, moisture, sunlight, and enough room for root development.
How can the leaves be kept tender during warmer growing conditions?
How can the leaves be kept tender during warmer growing conditions?
Maintain consistent soil moisture and harvest the leaves while they are young and actively growing to help retain a tender texture.
When is the best stage to harvest Catalogna for cooking?
When is the best stage to harvest Catalogna for cooking?
Young, tender leaves and shoots can be harvested when they have reached a useful size but before becoming overly mature.
Can Catalogna chicory be included in succession sowings?
Can Catalogna chicory be included in succession sowings?
Yes, staggered sowings can help spread harvests across the suitable growing period rather than having all plants mature at once.