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Red Velvet

Lettuce

Lactuca sativa 'Red Velvet'

Overview
A stunning loose-leaf variety that brings dramatic burgundy-red color to the garden and gourmet appeal to the table with its deeply ruffled, almost frilly leaves. This heat-tolerant beauty maintains its vibrant coloration even in warm weather while delivering exceptional flavor with tender, sweet leaves that add both visual impact and culinary excellence to any salad mix. The combination of ornamental beauty and outstanding performance makes it a standout choice for edible landscaping.
Planting
Direct sow in spring and fall. Excellent for cut-and-come-again harvesting.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, slugs, snails, flea beetles. Common diseases: Downy mildew, lettuce drop, bacterial leaf spot.