Vasari

The lettuce chicory variety Vasari is a medium-early heading type Radicchio developed by breeders of the Dutch company Bejo Zaden. The plant forms round heads of medium to large size, reaching up to 40x35 cm and weighing up to 300 g. The leaves have a dark red or brown-red hue with characteristic white veins, possess a dense structure, ensuring good transportability and long-term storage without loss of appearance. The vegetative period is approximately 70-75 days from transplanting seedlings, allowing cultivation from April to August and harvest from June until late autumn. The Vasari variety is highly resistant to temperature fluctuations and tolerates both moderate climates and hot weather, making it suitable for cultivation in various regions, including southern latitudes. The plant is resistant to bolting and pest damage, and is adapted to various weather conditions, allowing outdoor cultivation during spring-summer and autumn-summer periods. The leaves are crisp and juicy with a mild, permissible bitterness, imparting a unique flavor and aroma to dishes. Vasari chicory is widely used in culinary applications due to its flavor qualities and attractive appearance. Its dark red heads with white veins are ideal for decorating festive tables. Leaves can be consumed fresh, added to mixed salads, or used for stewing with vegetables or grilling, revealing the variety of ways this variety can be used in cooking.