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Red Kingdom

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Red Kingdom

Lettuce

Brassica rapa

  • Shade
  • Zones 5–9
  • 21 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 12" spacing
  • High water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    Gently scalloped margin on a broad, deeply colored leaf. Mild flavor. Underside of leaf is light green with striking dark purple veining. AAS Winner.

  • Planting

    Direct sow after last frost, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting

  • Growing

    Sun: shade. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained, fertile loam with organic matter. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Aphids, slugs, snails, flea beetles. Common diseases: Lettuce mosaic virus, downy mildew, powdery mildew.