Zichoriensalat / Zuckerhut (Sperli)
Variety
Approved Data
created by Tanja S.1 at 03.01.2021
Seeds
Not Available
Sowing
Harvest
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Sperli chicory lettuce "Sugarloaf" (Cichorium intybus) forms firm, light green, cone-shaped heads. It is cold-tolerant and storable. The tart taste becomes milder by cutting out the heart (outer leaves more bitter) or soaking in lukewarm water.
Non hybrid
Not frost resistant
Germination in 10-20 days at 18-25°C.
Light requirement
Semi-shaded
Water requirement
Wet
Soil
Light (sandy)
Nutrient requirement
Medium
Seeding distance
30 cm
Row spacing
30 cm
Seeding depth
1.5 cm
Grey mold
Powdery mildews
Land snails
Aphids