- Sugar Loaf has a texture similar to Romaine lettuce, is best when exposed to cool weather rather than heat, and has a sweeter taste after exposure to frost.
Sugar Loaf (Pain de Sucre) endive plants have heads that grow 6-12‚ tall producing medium green leaves that have a texture quite similar to Romaine lettuce. It is best when exposed to cool weather rather than heat, and has a sweeter taste after exposure to frost. Sow seeds ¼‚ deep indoors and transplant after 4 weeks to a cool area with full sun exposure. If desired, blanch heads 2-3 weeks prior to harvest. ~ 11,200 Seeds / Oz.
