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Ruby Red Orach
Lettuce
LettuceAtriplex hortensis
- Full sun
- Zones 1–11
- 28 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 9" spacing
- Moderate water
- Annual
Overview
Leaves are deep purple and have a spinach-like flavor. NOTE: Expect a small percentage of all-green plants.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost, or succession plant every 2-3 weeks
Growing
Sun: full. Water: moderate. Soil: Well-drained loam, neutral pH. Space plants 9" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, flea beetles, slugs. Common diseases: Downy mildew, leaf spot.