1000 Red Romaine Lettuce Seeds – Heirloom, Heat Tolerant

Red Romaine Lettuce is a striking heirloom variety prized for its elongated, upright heads and deep red-tinged leaves that contrast beautifully with crisp green centers. This versatile lettuce adds color and texture to salads, sandwiches, and wraps, and its mild, slightly sweet flavor appeals to both gardeners and home cooks. Known for its tolerance to heat, Red Romaine can be grown in spring and fall gardens, and it performs well in containers or raised beds, making it a reliable choice for fresh, homegrown greens.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety with red-tinged, upright leaves
• Heat tolerant, extending the harvest window
• Mild, sweet flavor ideal for fresh salads
• Compact growth habit suitable for small spaces

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
• Plant Type: Annual leafy green
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart
• Mature Height: 8–12 inches

Planting & Care

Sow Red Romaine lettuce seeds directly in the garden or start indoors for an early start. Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7–14 days. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow for proper growth. For a continuous harvest, succession sow every 2–3 weeks. Provide consistent moisture and mulch to keep roots cool, especially in warmer weather.

Red Romaine is relatively low-maintenance. Water regularly, particularly during dry spells, and fertilize lightly if soil is poor. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut the entire head at maturity. With its heat tolerance, this variety can be grown in both spring and fall, offering a longer season of fresh, colorful greens.

What's Included

1000 Red Romaine Lettuce Seeds