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Lollo Rosso

Lettuce

Lactuca sativa 'Lollo Rosso'

Overview
An Italian heirloom that brings European flair to the home garden with its spectacular burgundy-red frilly leaves and compact growth habit. This loose-leaf variety is prized by chefs worldwide for its beautiful appearance and slightly bitter, sophisticated flavor that adds complexity to salad mixes. The deeply curled leaves create an almost flower-like appearance, making it as ornamental as it is edible.
Planting
Direct sow 2-4 weeks before last frost, or start indoors 4-6 weeks early. Plant in fall for winter harvest in mild climates.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, slugs, snails, cabbage loopers. Common diseases: Downy mildew, lettuce drop, tipburn.