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Sow 1cm (1/2")
deep in rows 30cm (1ft) apart from mid-April to September. Harvest throughout
the autumn and winter. If blanching, tie leaves loosely or cover with a pot to
exclude light for three to five weeks before use. This removes the bitterness.
Keep soil moist in dry periods to stop bolting. Slug control may be necessary
during blanching.
MANOS
An early curled type
with upright outer leaves, for cutting June - October.
PANCALIERI
Abundant
self-blanching growth. This variety is often used for cutting when young. Can be
used in salads or lightly cooked. The leaves have rose tinted white mid ribs.
WALLONE
Traditional French
type. The large tightly packed heads are self blanching with finely cut leaves.
Sow August-September for harvesting through the winter.
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