Salad Bowl Red Lettuce Seeds
South GA Seed Company
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South GA Seed Company
Salad Bowl Red Lettuce Seeds
Salad Bowl Red Lettuce is a vibrant and nutritious addition to any garden is known for its deeply lobed, ruffled leaves that boast a striking red color. The leaves are not only visually appealing but also offer a mild, slightly sweet flavor, making them an excellent choice for fresh salads.
Growing Salad Bowl Red Lettuce is relatively straightforward. This lettuce thrives in cooler weather; it prefers temperatures between 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It can be planted in early spring or fall for the best results. The soil should be well-drained and rich in organic matter; consistent watering is essential to keep the leaves tender and to prevent bolting, which occurs when the plant starts to flower prematurely due to heat.
In terms of use, Salad Bowl Red Lettuce is incredibly versatile. Its tender leaves are perfect for salads, sandwiches, and wraps; they can also be used as a garnish to add color and texture to various dishes. Harvesting can begin when the leaves are large enough to eat, usually within 45 to 55 days of planting. Regular harvesting of outer leaves will encourage continuous growth; this ensures a steady supply of fresh lettuce throughout the growing season.
- QTY: 500
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/8"
- Germination Temperature: 40-65
- Days to Germination: 2-14
- Row Spacing: 12"
- Plant Spacing: 8"
- 100' Row Yield: 80 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 68 days
How to Save Seeds
Lettuce is a self pollinator, so you can grow different varieties 50 ft apart. Lettuce needs to be about 2 inches tall when the cold weather moves in so planting will largely depend upon location. The plants are them mulched heavy until next year when they will begin to bolt upwards. Once they do bolt the lettuce can no longer be eaten as it will be bitter. The plant sends forth a stalk into the air 4 to 5 ft high. Then flowers appear and continue to open for over a month and then the seeds also start coming in. Watch the plant for feathery seeds and then collect them by shaking over a paper bag.
