Lettuce: Lollo Rossa Seed

Description

Why grow Lollo Rossa lettuce?

A fast-growing lettuce with decorative red-bronze curled leaves and a tender texture.

At a glance

• Packet: 300 Organic Lollo Rossa Lettuce Seeds [approx]
• Botanical name: Lactuca sativa
• Germination rate: 80%
• Seed origin: Netherlands
• Sow: March to August
• Harvest: April to October

How to grow

Using seedling modules or small pots, sow a pinch of Lolla Rossa seeds in each pot or module and lightly cover with compost. Once the seedlings are established, thin to leave only the strongest seedling in each pot. When big enough, transplant to their final spot, leaving 30cm between each plant. Alternatively, sow directly into a shallow drill, and thin the plants to 30cm apart when they establish. Sowing successionally every 2-3 weeks will prolong the harvest period.