Eden Brothers
Lettuce Seeds - Red Romaine
Best fast-growing heirloom for beginner container and cool-season gardeners.
Cultivate the striking Red Romaine lettuce, an heirloom variety with a rich history. This lettuce boasts a deliciously crunchy texture, perfect for Caesar salads and culinary creations. Its upright growth habit and vibrant red color make it a visually appealing addition to any garden. Red Romaine is remarkably easy to grow and maintain, offering fast growth and cold tolerance, making it ideal for container gardening or planting in cooler seasons. Enjoy harvestable leaves in approximately 30 days, bringing fresh flavor to your table.
$4.99
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Botanical Name
Lactuca sativa
/ Lactuca sativa
Who it's for
- Cool-season growers wanting reliable, high-yield harvests
- Home gardeners seeking vibrant, nutrient-dense salad greens
- Culinary enthusiasts preferring sweeter, crunchier lettuce varieties
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with intense summer heat
- Busy growers unable to maintain consistent watering schedules
- Beginners unprepared for active pest management and monitoring
Performance breakdown
Germination Speed
Rapid growth cycle delivers harvestable leaves in just thirty days.
Climate Adaptability
Robust cold tolerance allows for successful planting across most hardiness zones.
Container Suitability
Upright growth habit makes this variety perfect for small-space gardening.
Culinary Versatility
Excellent crunch and vibrant color elevate standard salads and microgreen dishes.
Maintenance Ease
Simple care requirements make this an ideal choice for novice gardeners.
Heirloom Integrity
Open-pollinated seeds preserve the classic flavor and historical character.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Lactuca sativa
Seed Type
Heirloom Seed, Open Pollinated Seed
Plant Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Depth
1/8 inch
Plant Spacing
4 to 16 inches
Hardiness Zones
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Requirements
Average
Features
- Produces tightly packed upright leaves for crunch.
- Classic romaine flavor with a distinct red hue.
- Suitable for use as microgreens.
- Tolerant of cold conditions.
- Versatile for containers, culinary use, or shade.
- Easy to grow and maintain.
- Fast-growing leafy vegetable.
- Heirloom and open-pollinated seeds.
What customers say
Gardeners consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of these Red Romaine seeds. Their outstanding germination rate makes them an easy choice, even for beginners. Reviewers appreciate the vibrant color and crisp texture of the lettuce, noting its quick and robust growth. This product offers an excellent yield and flavor, establishing it as a dependable staple for home gardens. The overall sentiment highlights superior quality and dependable results, making these seeds a top recommendation for a successful harvest.
Know before you buy
You can begin harvesting leaves in approximately 30 days after planting. Because it is a fast-growing variety, it is perfect for quick turnarounds in your garden.
Yes, Red Romaine is an excellent choice for container gardening due to its upright growth habit. Ensure your container has adequate drainage and receives sufficient sunlight or partial shade.
Absolutely. Red Romaine is known for its cold tolerance, making it a great option for planting during cooler seasons. It is hardy across zones 2 through 10.
Yes, these seeds are well-suited for microgreen production. Their fast growth rate and vibrant color make them a popular choice for indoor harvests.
For optimal growth, space your plants between 4 and 16 inches apart. This allows enough room for the leaves to develop their signature crunch while maintaining good airflow.
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