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Lolla Rossa
Lettuce
LettuceLactuca sativa 'Lolla Rossa'
- Partial sun
- Zones 2–11
- 50 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 8" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A stunning Italian heirloom loose-leaf lettuce that transforms any garden into a work of art with its deeply frilled, burgundy-red edges fading to bright green centers. This heat-tolerant beauty maintains excellent flavor even in warm weather, making it perfect for extended harvests. The dramatic color and texture make it as valuable for ornamental plantings as it is for the salad bowl.
Planting
Direct seed in early spring 2-4 weeks before last frost. Succession plant every 2-3 weeks. Can also start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, slugs, flea beetles, cutworms. Common diseases: Downy mildew, lettuce mosaic virus, bottom rot.