Red Oakleaf Lettuce Seeds – Fresh & Nutritious, Ideal for Home Gardens

Enhance your garden with Red Oakleaf Lettuce Seeds, a flavorful, nutrient-rich variety that adds vibrant color and crisp texture to your home-grown salads. Known for its tender, lobed leaves and slightly sweet, mild flavor, Red Oakleaf Lettuce is perfect for a variety of dishes. It’s easy to grow, fast to mature, and provides a reliable harvest, making it an excellent choice for both new and experienced gardeners alike.

Key Features:

• Vibrant Red Leaves: Adds a splash of color to your garden and plates, with tender, frilled leaves that are perfect for salads.
• Nutritious & Flavorful: Mildly sweet and packed with essential nutrients, including vitamins A and K.
• Fast-Growing: Ready to harvest in just 40–50 days, providing a quick and satisfying return.
• Cold-Hardy: Performs well in cooler temperatures, making it ideal for early spring and fall plantings.
• Easy to Grow: Thrives in a variety of garden conditions, requiring minimal maintenance.

Product Details:

• Quantity: 500 seeds per pack
• Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
• Plant Type: Annual
• Mature Height: 6–10 inches
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with good moisture retention
• Days to Maturity: 40–50 days

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Preparation: Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors once the frost risk has passed.
• Sowing Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in well-drained soil.
• Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches apart for optimal growth and air circulation.
• Germination: Keep soil consistently moist and maintain temperatures between 60–70°F (15–21°C); expect germination in 7–10 days.
• Transplanting: If started indoors, harden off seedlings before transplanting them outdoors.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil moist, especially during dry periods, to ensure healthy growth.
• Fertilizing: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to support vigorous growth.
• Harvesting: Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut the entire head when mature for the freshest greens.
• General Care: Mulch around plants to retain moisture and keep weeds at bay.