Approximate seed count per packet ( 1.0g = 833 seeds )
Red Salad Bowl Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Red Salad Bowl'): Vibrant and Tasty Red Leaf Lettuce for Your Garden
Cultivate vibrant and tasty red leaf lettuce in your garden with Red Salad Bowl Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Red Salad Bowl'). Known for its attractive red color and delicious flavor, this lettuce variety adds a colorful and crisp addition to your salads and dishes. Explore the characteristics and optimal growing conditions of Red Salad Bowl Lettuce for a bountiful harvest of these delightful and versatile leafy greens.
Key Features:
- Vibrant and Tasty: Red Salad Bowl Lettuce is prized for its vibrant red color and delicious flavor. The attractive leaves add a burst of color to salads and dishes, making it a favorite among gardeners and chefs.
- Frilly Red Leaves: Recognized for its frilly red leaves, Red Salad Bowl is an excellent choice for those who appreciate the visual appeal of specialty lettuces. The leaves form loose rosettes, providing an artistic and lively presence in your garden.
- Delicate and Mild Flavor: Enjoy the delicate and mild flavor of Red Salad Bowl Lettuce. The tender leaves have a subtle sweetness, making them a versatile ingredient for a variety of culinary creations.
- Quick to Mature: Red Salad Bowl Lettuce matures relatively quickly, allowing for a continuous harvest. With proper care and optimal growing conditions, you can enjoy fresh and crisp lettuce leaves throughout the growing season.
- Heat-Tolerant: Red Salad Bowl exhibits good heat tolerance, making it suitable for both spring and fall plantings. Plant it in a location with partial shade during warmer months to prevent bolting.
- Highly Nutritious: Red Salad Bowl Lettuce is a nutritious leafy green, rich in vitamins A and K. Incorporate it into your daily meals for a healthy and refreshing addition to your diet.
- Continuous Harvest: Harvest Red Salad Bowl Lettuce by picking individual leaves as needed or by cutting the entire head at the base. Regular harvesting encourages new growth for a continuous supply of fresh lettuce.
- Mature Height: Mature plants typically reach a height of 8 to 10 inches, creating a vibrant and visually appealing presence in your garden.
Optimal Growing Conditions:
Cultivate vibrant and tasty red leaf lettuce with Red Salad Bowl Lettuce using optimal growing conditions:
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. Red Salad Bowl prefers soil with good drainage and ample organic matter for healthy leaf development.
- Sunlight: Partial shade to full sun is suitable for Red Salad Bowl Lettuce. During warmer months, provide some shade to prevent the lettuce from becoming bitter.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist. Adequate watering is essential for Red Salad Bowl Lettuce to prevent wilting and ensure crisp, flavorful leaves.
- Planting Depth: Sow lettuce seeds at a shallow depth, as lettuce is a small-seeded crop. Maintain a spacing of 6 to 10 inches between plants to allow for proper air circulation.
Experience the joy of growing and harvesting Red Salad Bowl Lettuce in your garden. Order your seeds today and enjoy the vibrant and tasty addition to your culinary creations.
Red Salad Bowl Lettuce Planting Information
Days to Germination: | 7 |
Days to Maturity: | 40 |
Planting Depth: | 1/8" |
Plant Spacing: | 6-12" |
Row Spacing: | 18-24" |
Seeds per Oz. | Seeds per Lb. |
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25000 | 400000 |
Lot # | Tested | Germination Rate |
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X4217 | 2023-10-31 | 93% |
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