Red Lettuce Seeds are ideal for gardeners who want vibrant, nutritious leafy greens that grow quickly and thrive in both cool and mild climates. This high-quality red variety produces beautifully textured leaves with excellent flavor and crispness. Perfect for salads, wraps, and fresh dishes, red lettuce is easy to grow in raised beds, containers, or traditional garden rows. With reliable germination and non-GMO quality, these seeds are suitable for both new and experienced gardeners.
Features
- Produces vibrant red, tender, and crisp leaves
- Fast-growing cool-season leafy green
- Non-GMO seeds with strong germination
- Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
- Heat and cold tolerant depending on variety
- Excellent for home salad gardens
Specifications
- Common Name: Red Lettuce Seeds
- Plant Type: Cool-season annual leafy green
- Growth Habit: Loose-leaf rosette
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Heirloom: Yes
- Organic: Not specified (conventional non-GMO)
- Season: Spring and fall planting
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Maturity: 40–60 days
- Spacing: 8–12 inches between plants
- Ideal Soil Temperature: 45–75°F for germination
- Growth Notes: Prefers cooler temperatures for best leaf color and texture
Planting Guide
- When to Plant: Direct sow outdoors in early spring or late summer for fall harvest. Can be started indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting.
- How to Plant: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep in loose, moist soil. Keep evenly watered until germination.
- Sunlight: Provide at least 4–6 hours of sunlight daily. Partial shade helps prevent heat stress.
- Maintenance: Thin seedlings to prevent crowding. Mulch to retain soil moisture.
- Harvesting: Cut outer leaves as needed or harvest whole heads when mature for tender, colorful salads.