Lettuce New Red Fire MTO Seed
Best high-yield red lettuce for home gardeners seeking extended harvest seasons.
Discover the vibrant New Red Fire MTO Lettuce Seed, a hybrid leaf lettuce celebrated for its striking deep red color and dependable performance. This variety offers excellent uniformity and a compact, dense plant structure, making it highly marketable. It's known for resisting premature bolting, ensuring a longer harvest period and good yields. Ideal for spring, early summer, and fall plantings in temperate climates, this lettuce matures in approximately 45 days, providing a reliable harvest for growers.
$3.21
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4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
270
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
Soil Temperature
6065
/ -°F
Who it's for
- Gardeners in warmer climates seeking a longer harvest window
- Market growers and home cooks prioritizing gourmet visual presentation
- Home gardeners wanting a consistent supply of fresh salad greens
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited sun exposure or frequent cloudy weather
- Beginners unwilling to manage common garden pest populations
- Small-scale growers needing immediate delivery or small seed quantities
Performance breakdown
Bolting Resistance
Stays productive through heat, significantly extending your harvest window.
Visual Appeal
Deep red pigment creates a standout look for market displays.
Growth Uniformity
Consistent plant structure makes for a predictable and tidy harvest.
Maturity Speed
Forty-five day turnaround allows for multiple successions in one season.
Planting Versatility
Adapts well to spring and fall cycles in temperate climates.
Yield Density
Compact growth habit maximizes output per square foot of garden space.
Key Specs
Soil Temperature
60-65°F
Germination Lighting
Lightly Cover Seed
Germination Days
6-10 Days
Seeding Depth
0.125-0.25"
Maturation Days
45 Days
Planting Method
Direct Sow
Spacing in Row
8-14 inches
Spacing Between Rows
1-2 feet
Features
- Striking deep red coloration throughout the leaf
- Resistant to premature bolting for extended harvest
- Produces good harvest weight
- Compact and dense plant structure
- Excellent uniformity of form
- Highly marketable leaf lettuce
- Hybrid variety for reliable performance
- Suitable for multiple planting seasons
What customers say
This specialty lettuce seed earns high praise for its exceptional quality and reliable performance. Gardeners consistently report outstanding germination success, leading to efficient planting. The mature heads are highly valued for their vibrant deep red color and superior crisp, tender texture, making them excellent for both home use and market appeal. A key benefit is the robust growth habit and notable resistance to early bolting, even in warmer conditions, which extends the harvest window significantly. While positioned as a premium seed, customers agree that the superior yield quality and dependable results fully justify the investment, establishing this variety as a top tier choice.
Know before you buy
This variety matures in approximately 45 days from the time of planting.
Yes, New Red Fire is specifically bred to resist premature bolting, which allows for a longer harvest window even as temperatures begin to rise.
For optimal growth, space your plants 8 to 14 inches apart within the row, with 1 to 2 feet of space between each row.
Yes, you should lightly cover the seeds with soil at a depth of 0.125 to 0.25 inches. They require a soil temperature between 60-65°F to germinate successfully.
Absolutely. This hybrid is well-suited for spring, early summer, and fall plantings in temperate climates.
Pelleted seeds are coated in a clay-like material to make them larger and more uniform in shape. This makes them much easier to handle and space accurately during the direct sowing process.
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