New Red Fire
Lactuca sativa
 New Red Fire
Seed #342
This is a prizehead leaf lettuce type which is a non-heading type with exceptional large leaves. Commercial growers like it for its uniformity, color and excellent resistance to bolting and disease. The market-quality, large, loose heads are green at the base and dark red at the ruffled leaf edges. This variety has strong heat and moderate cold tolerance. It is suitable both for cool and warm conditions and retains its crisp fresh flavor through the growing season.
- Cool season annual
- Approx. 800-1000 seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
- Maturity: Approx. 50 to 55 days
- Planting season: Late spring to early summer or fall
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Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. In cool areas sow seeds in spring/early summer after last frost in a sunny location harvesting in early summer and fall. In temperate areas, sow seeds in spring to fall. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed.
Germination
Temperature |
Seed
Depth |
Seed
Spacing |
Thin
To |
Row
Distance |
| 65-70°F |
1/4" |
1-2" |
6-8" |
14-20" |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: Use fresh in salads.
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