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The most ruby-red loose-leaf variety in our trials. New Red Fire produces an impressive loose leaf head, excellent for the specialty market or gourmet restaurant gardener. Crisp and sweet, with proven bolt resistance. New Red Fire can be grown in both cool and warm weather conditions without becoming bitter.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Lactuca sativa |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 4 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/8 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 2-4 weeks before last spring frost, Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past |
| Growing Height | 6-12 in. (15-30 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 9-12 in. (22-30 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | N/A |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 50-60 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
| Seeds Per Pack | 100 |
