LETTUCE: RUBY RED

(LACTUCA SATIVA)

 Red frilled leaves with a crisp green base, this heat resistant, mild lettuce is a beauty.

A compact plant that matches its looks with its taste.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: JAN – DEC

Temperate: JAN – DEC

Sub – Tropical: MAR – OCT

Tropical: APR – AUG

Arid: MAR – NOV

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6 – 7.5

Well-drained soil.

Good humus levels.

Add compost.

GROWING TIPS

Direct sow preferable- 5mm deep (light dependant germination).

Space 25cm apart.

Keep well-watered, drying out leads to early bolting.

Sow every 2 weeks for a continuous harvest.

DAYS TO HARVEST

35 – 45 Days

APPROX 150 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY