Lettuce 'Lollo rossa'

Position in a partial sun location and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Lollo rossa is thought of as tender, so it is really important to ensure that the outside temperature is well above freezing before planting or moving outdoors. Lollo rossa needs a loamy soil with a ph of 6.2 to 6.8 (weakly acidic soil).

Sow direct into the garden.

Look to ensure a distance 5.85 inches (15.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.49 inches (1.25 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 5°C / 41°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Lollo rossa about 60 days before your last frost date.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Lollo rossa is a tender plant.

By our calculations, you should look at planting out Lollo rossa about 45 days before your last frost date.

After 50 to 60 days after planting this crop is ready for harvest. Can be picked earlier if desired.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.

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