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Catalogna Gigante Di Chioggia · Italian Dandelion

Zone 8b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Catalogna Gigante Di Chioggia to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMar 23rd
Harvest BeginsMay 7th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity45
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For the tender white stems typical of Italian chicory, keep soil evenly moist and avoid heat stress once plants size up.