Compact Italian radicchio seeds with decorative red heads

These radicchio seeds Rossa Di Chioggia (Cichorium intybus) produce classic Italian red heads that bring vibrant colour and structure to any vegetable patch. Known as a dependable autumn harvest leafy vegetable, this Chioggia radicchio forms firm, round, dark red balls with crisp, tightly packed leaves that resemble a compact open field lettuce type. The heads are typically harvested from September to November, making them an excellent choice for extending the season when many other italian salad seeds have finished. Their striking red-and-white contrast adds interest to mixed dishes and makes an appealing alternative to standard green lettuces.

Versatile chioggia radicchio for mixed salads

Rossa Di Chioggia is ideal if you are looking for radicchio seeds for salads with character and visual appeal. Often used alongside lambs lettuce companion crops, these lambs lettuce radicchio seeds help create colourful, textured salad mixes straight from the garden. Closely related to chicory, this robust variety is well suited to open ground in sunny positions and thrives outdoors when sown in June and July for a bountiful autumn harvest. These red chicory seeds develop uniform heads that are easy to handle and prepare, giving reliable results season after season for anyone who appreciates traditional Italian flavours and eye-catching garden vegetables.