Flame lettuce is a rare, bright red, open-pollinated leaf lettuce with frilled leaves. It's easy to grow and matures early.
Seed Count: 1g approx. 850+ seeds
Seed starting: Start indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost if needed, or direct sow after last frost.
If Direct Seeding: 1" Apart
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Germination: 7-14 Days
Thin: 10" Apart
Soil conditions: Use well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Sunlight requirements: Full sun in cooler climates, partial shade in hot weather.
Spacing: Space plants 10-12 inches apart.
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering.
Harvesting: Pick outer leaves as needed for a continuous harvest.
Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Succession planting: To ensure a continuous supply of lettuce, plant new seeds every few weeks.
Roots are shallow, so they'll grow in containers only 5--6'' deep.
