{"product_id":"red-romaine-lettuce","title":"Red Romaine Lettuce Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"aonsk-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Romaine grows long, spoon-shaped leaves with a crisp rib and red-purple color spreading over green. It brings both crunch and color to Caesar salads, mixed bowls and sandwiches. Pick a few outer leaves or let plants build an upright head; young leaves can be ready around 40 days, with fuller heads taking longer. Mild weather and steady moisture give the best texture and flavor. Mature plants can stand about 12 in. tall, with a spread of 10-12 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eColorful romaine leaves with a satisfying, crisp bite.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lactuca sativa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity or display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 40 days for young leaves; allow longer for full heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 12 in tall and 10-12 in wide at full size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 in between full-size plants; rows 18 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the variety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRomaine, also called cos lettuce, is the upright-leaved group of Lactuca sativa. Red Romaine adds red-purple pigmentation to the familiar crisp ribs and spoon-shaped leaves. This listing is for Red Romaine; it is kept separate from the distinct Super Red Romaine selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStarting seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow 1\/4 in. deep in cool weather. Sprouts in 7-10 days near 60-70 F. Thin to 12 in.; rows 18 in. Keep moist; sow small batches every 2-3 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare through the season\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare a fine, well-drained seedbed and keep shallow roots evenly moist. Grow in sun during cool weather; afternoon shade can help in warmer conditions. Thin early to avoid crowding and grow repeated small sowings for a steady harvest. Prolonged heat encourages bolting and bitterness, and very warm soil can inhibit germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvest and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick outer leaves or cut heads before bolting. Chill promptly. For seed, let selected plants flower, collect dry heads as white fluff appears, then dry seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSaving seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLettuce usually self-pollinates, though some crossing is possible. Retain several healthy plants with the desired leaf form and color, separate from other flowering lettuce, and allow seed stalks to mature. Collect heads in small batches as they dry and show white fluff. Dry and clean seed before storing cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon problems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch for slugs, aphids and leaf damage. Keep foliage clean with mulch and root-zone watering, maintain airflow, and avoid waterlogging. Hot weather and moisture stress can make leaves bitter and hasten flowering. Harvest before the seed stalk elongates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen can I harvest?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 40 days for young leaves; allow longer for full heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I grow it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare a fine, well-drained seedbed and keep shallow roots evenly moist. Grow in sun during cool weather; afternoon shade can help in warmer conditions. Thin early to avoid crowding and grow repeated small sowings for a steady harvest. Prolonged heat encourages bolting and bitterness, and very warm soil can inhibit germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I save seed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLettuce usually self-pollinates, though some crossing is possible. Retain several healthy plants with the desired leaf form and color, separate from other flowering lettuce, and allow seed stalks to mature. Collect heads in small batches as they dry and show white fluff. Dry and clean seed before storing cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alliance of Native Seedkeepers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67655814381870,"sku":"LT37","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.allianceofnativeseedkeepers.com\/products\/red-romaine-lettuce","provider":"Alliance of Native Seedkeepers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}