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Red romaine lettuce can be discerned from the Green lettuce not just in color but in flavour as well. Red lettuce has a long history to its credit with origin attributed to ancient Romans who were growing red lettuce about 5000 years ago. Red Lettuce is also considered fat free food comprising mainly of water. You can indulge on a bowl full of red lettuce and feel full while getting a heave of nutrition such as vitamins A & K. Red leaf lettuce is easily recognized by its spoon like bunch of leaves with shades of red to dark reddish-purple. It has about the same nutritional value as green leaf lettuce but has double the vitamin A. Red lettuce has a shorter shelf life as compared to other members of lettuce family and should be consumed within a week after harvest.
Growing guide for Lollo Red Lettuce Seeds
Planting instructions
Due to the small seed size , a well-tilled seedbed is essential. Large clods will reduce germination
Direct sowing is recommended as soon as the soil can be made. Plant seeds ½ inch deep.
You can sow seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before spring for an early crop. Harden off seedlings for approximately one week, and transplant outside either 2 weeks before or 2 weeks after the winter ends.
Seeds may be sown in single rows with proper spacing. Leaf Lettuce - Plant 6 -8 inches apart.
Your rows of plants should be 12 to 15 inches across. Pass over the seeds with ¼ to ½ inch of soil.
Growing Requirements
Pests
Lettuce is susceptible to insect pests that attack the plant and either kill it completely or do irreparable damage. Some of the most common lettuce pests are: Earwigs, Cutworms, White Mold, Woodchucks, Rabbits, Aphids.
soil
Although lettuce grows fastest in full sunlight, it is one of the few vegetables that tolerates some shade. In fact, a spring crop often lasts longer if shaded from the afternoon sunshine as the season warms.
spot
Although lettuce grows fastest in full sunlight, it is one of the few vegetables that tolerates some shade. In fact, a spring crop often lasts longer if shaded from the afternoon sunshine as the season warms.
temperature
Lettuce grows well in a cool climate with optimum temperatures for growth ranging from 16 to 20°C.
watering
Lettuce needs a steady water supply.
how to harvest
Lettuce should be harvested when it is nice, tender, & fully matured in size just before adulthood.
Before maturity, you can harvest leaf lettuce by simply removing outer leaves so that the centre leaves can grow unhindered. A second harvest is often possible this way. Crisphead lettuce is picked when the core is firm.
Mature lettuce gets bitter and woody and it will go bad quickly, so keep harvesting accordingly.
As time elapses, cut the whole plant from the ground.
As time elapses, cut the whole plant from the ground.
It’s best to harvest in the morning before leaves get exposed to the sun. Keep lettuce in the refrigerator for up to 10 days in a loose plastic bag.
Disclaimer:
The productiveness of any seed we sell is subject to your local climatic conditions*, the sowing method you adopt, and your commitment to the planting process. We give no warranty, expressed or implied, and are in no way responsible for the produce.
Please note that all our seasonal recommendations/ sowing information is as per the local climatic conditions. *For more information on the optimum conditions required for growing seeds in your region, please contact us at, hello@allthatgrows.in or Whatsapp us at, +91 8544865077
Questions & Answers
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Can it be grown indoors?
Lettuce is so easy to grow it can be started indoors for early transplants or sown directly in the garden. In fact, doing both is recommended to get maximum production. Start some lettuce seeds indoors in peat pots a few weeks before the last frost date in your area.
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What is the best time to grow Lettuce and what are the climatic conditions? I am from the state of Gujarat where we have extreme heat - will it grow?
No, Lettuce grows well in a cool climate with optimum temperatures for growth ranging from 60 to 65°F.
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Can these be used in hydropnics
Hi,
Thank you for contacting us.
Yes, Lollo Red Lettuce Seeds and all leafy vegetables can be grow using hydroponic method.
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