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Red Sails Leaf Lettuce Seeds
Best heat-tolerant choice for beginner container gardeners seeking quick, nutritious harvests.
Discover the vibrant beauty and delicious taste of Red Sails Leaf Lettuce. This All-America Selections winner boasts attractive deep red-edged leaves with a soft, buttery texture. It's exceptionally heat tolerant, resisting bitterness even in warm weather, and matures quickly for baby greens in just a few weeks. Perfect for containers and frost-tolerant for extended harvests, this vigorous annual variety is also packed with higher levels of vitamins A and C. Enjoy a rewarding harvest of this easy-to-grow, organic lettuce in your garden.
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#189 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
SKU
3103
Who it's for
- Aesthetic-focused growers looking to add color to their garden
- Gardeners in warmer climates seeking a longer harvest season
- Home cooks wanting a continuous supply of fresh salad greens
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners unable to monitor for slugs and aphids
- Shade-garden owners hoping for vibrant red leaf color
- Meal planners needing greens that store well for days
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Maintains a sweet, crisp flavor profile even during peak summer heat.
Growth Speed
Rapid maturation allows for baby greens in just a few weeks.
Container Suitability
Compact size makes it an ideal candidate for small patio pots.
Ease of Cultivation
Vigorous growth habits ensure success for even the most novice gardeners.
Seasonal Versatility
Frost-tolerant nature extends the harvest window well into the shoulder seasons.
Nutritional Density
Higher concentrations of vitamins A and C boost the health profile.
Key Specs
SKU
3103
Seed Count
270 seeds
Seed Weight
0.5 g
Days to Maturity
20 – 45 days
Plant Dimensions
10"–12" tall and wide
Row Spacing
18"
Seed Spacing
10" (thinned)
Planting Depth
1/8" deep
Features
- Very heat tolerant, resists bitterness
- Quick harvest for baby greens
- Attractive for container gardening
- Higher in vitamins A and C
- Frost tolerant for extended seasons
- Vigorous and easy to grow
- Certified Organic seeds
What customers say
This seed selection earns high praise for its exceptional ease of use and dependable quality. Gardeners report outstanding germination rates, ensuring quick establishment even for novices. The resulting harvest is consistently excellent; the lettuce is vibrant, tender, and possesses a sweet, mild flavor. This product reliably delivers a high yield, establishing it as a top choice for home gardens prioritizing both beauty and taste. Its dependability makes it a favorite for consistent success.
Know before you buy
You can harvest baby greens in as little as 20 days, while the plants reach full maturity in approximately 45 days.
Yes, Red Sails is excellent for container gardening. The plants grow to about 10–12 inches tall and wide, making them well-suited for pots or window boxes.
Red Sails is specifically bred for heat tolerance and is known for resisting bitterness even when temperatures rise, allowing for a longer harvest window than many other lettuce varieties.
Yes, these are certified organic seeds, ensuring they meet strict standards for organic gardening.
Plant the seeds 1/8 inch deep in an area that receives full to partial sun. They require moderate watering and should be spaced 10 inches apart once thinned to allow for proper growth.
Yes, Red Sails is frost-tolerant, making it a great choice for both spring and fall planting seasons.
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