Super Red Romaine Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a type of romaine lettuce that is known for its crisp texture and sweet flavor. It has dark red leaves and a tight head. It is a cool-season crop that can be planted in the fall or spring.
To grow Super Red Romaine Lettuce, you will need:
- Rich, well-drained soil
- Full sun to partial shade
- Super Red Romaine Lettuce seeds
Growing Instructions:
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Sow the seeds in the garden in the fall or spring, about 1/4 inch deep and 1-2 inches apart.
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Space the rows about 12-18 inches apart.
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Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
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Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
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Thin the seedlings to about 4 inches apart when they are about 2 inches tall.
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Harvest the lettuce when the heads are firm and fully formed, starting from the outer leaves.
Chart:
Week | Task |
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1-4 | Sow the seeds in the garden in the fall or spring, about 1/4 inch deep and 1-2 inches apart. |
4-8 | Space the rows about 12-18 inches apart. |
8-12 | Keep the soil consistently moist. |
12-16 | Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. |
16+ | Thin the seedlings to about 4 inches apart when they are about 2 inches tall, and harvest the lettuce when the heads are firm and fully formed, starting from the outer leaves. |