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For home gardeners seeking to add vibrant color and unique texture to their salads, Lettuce Seeds - Lollo Rossa by Marshalls Garden offers an easy-to-grow solution for delicious, homegrown greens. While its crinkled, crimson-edged leaves are visually stunning, this variety forms a loose heart, which may require more frequent harvesting or protection compared to tightly headed lettuces. Key features include its attractive appearance, excellent flavor, simple cultivation from seed, and suitability for various garden settings.
| Model Part Number | 1248758 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Marshalls Garden |
You can sow Lollo Rossa seeds from March through July for a continuous harvest from April to September.
After thinning, allow approximately 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) between each plant to ensure adequate growth.
Yes, this variety is ideal for growing in pots, window boxes, and other containers, provided they have good drainage.
You can harvest the outer leaves as needed using a 'cut-and-come-again' method, allowing the central heart to continue developing.
Growing your own provides fresher flavor, vibrant color, cost savings compared to store-bought options, and the satisfaction of homegrown produce.
Each pack contains approximately 300 seeds.
Ensure seeds are within their viability period, sow at the correct depth, maintain consistent moisture, and provide adequate warmth (around 15-20°C or 60-70°F).
Ensure consistent watering, avoid planting in extreme heat, and consider providing some shade during the hottest parts of the day.
This can be caused by inconsistent watering or heat stress. Ensure the soil remains moist and protect plants from excessive heat.
Handpick slugs and snails, use organic pest control methods like neem oil or insecticidal soap for aphids, and encourage beneficial insects.
Sowing: Sow seeds directly into prepared soil or pots after the last frost, typically from March to July. Aim for a sowing depth of about 0.5 cm (1/4 inch). Ensure good seed-to-soil contact and water gently. For continuous harvests, sow seeds every 2-3 weeks.
Location: This lettuce variety thrives in a sunny to partially shaded location. It is highly compatible with pots, window boxes, raised beds, and traditional garden borders.
Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Enriching the soil with compost before planting will promote healthy growth.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods, to prevent bolting (premature flowering) and bitterness. Water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the leaves unnecessarily.
Care: Thin seedlings once they are large enough to handle, leaving approximately 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) between plants. Monitor for common pests like slugs and aphids, and address them promptly.
