{"product_id":"chicory-puntarelle-de-galatina-seeds","title":"Chicory Puntarelle de Galatina Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCichorium intybus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePuntarelle di Galatina is a traditional southern Italian \u003cem\u003eCatalogna\u003c\/em\u003e chicory prized for its slender, deeply serrated green leaves and compact central heart of thick, pale shoots. This Galatina strain is renowned for its dependable heart formation, sturdy petioles and pleasantly balanced bitterness, making it one of Italy's most sought-after gourmet chicories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crisp inner shoots are the highlight of the plant. Traditionally, they are finely sliced and soaked in ice-cold water until they curl into delicate ribbons, then dressed simply with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and anchovies, a classic preparation from the regions of Puglia and Lazio. The outer leaves can also be enjoyed cooked like spinach or added to soups and sautés. Best grown as a cool-season crop, Puntarelle develops its finest texture and flavour when harvested from late autumn through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 650–750 seeds per gram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 280 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: April to August\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: March to August\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: March to September\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: September to November and February to April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seed 5 mm deep directly into fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart to allow the central heart to develop fully. Keep plants evenly watered throughout the growing season to encourage crisp, tender shoots and reduce bitterness. Harvest the outer leaves as required, or cut the tightly formed central shoots once mature for traditional puntarelle dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds ","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47192638685402,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/download_8e7bcfa8-33a5-44b6-affc-0a8841ac5057.jpg?v=1764652225","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/chicory-puntarelle-de-galatina-seeds","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}