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Red Romaine

Lettuce

Lactuca sativa var. longifolia 'Red Romaine'

Overview
A stunning twist on classic romaine lettuce with deep burgundy-red leaves and contrasting green hearts. This beautiful variety offers the same crisp texture and sweet flavor as traditional romaine while adding dramatic color to salads and garden beds. Perfect for gardeners who want both visual appeal and exceptional taste.
Planting
Direct seed 2-4 weeks before last frost, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting. Succession plant every 2 weeks.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, cutworms, slugs, flea beetles. Common diseases: Downy mildew, lettuce drop, tip burn.