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Curlesi
LettuceCichorium endivia
- Partial sun
- Zones 4–9
- 52 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 8" spacing
- High water
- Annual
Overview
Strong tipburn and bolt tolerance with a self-blanching, upright growth habit. Most adaptable to spring/summer planting but suitable year-round. High-yielding and easy to harvest. Also available in organic seed or with NOP-compliant pelleting.
Planting
Direct sow seeds 1/4 inch deep; succession sow every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil: Well-draining loam with compost, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0-7.0). Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, slugs, snails, flea beetles. Common diseases: Downy mildew, lettuce mosaic virus, bottom rot.