True Leaf Market Lettuce Seeds
Best heirloom lettuce for home gardeners wanting vibrant, colorful salad greens.
This heirloom variety turns a standard salad into a visual centerpiece with its dramatic, deep red foliage. While it requires a bit of patience for the 55-day maturity window, the payoff is a continuous, vibrant harvest that brings both texture and striking color to your garden beds.
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True Leaf Market
Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking visually striking, colorful salad ingredients
- Health-conscious eaters prioritizing nutrient-dense, antioxidant-rich greens
- Novice gardeners wanting a quick, reliable growing experience
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in hot climates prone to rapid temperature spikes
- Busy growers unable to monitor for slugs and aphids
- Forgetful waterers needing drought-tolerant, low-maintenance crops
Performance breakdown
Visual Appeal
Deep red foliage creates a stunning contrast in any garden bed.
Harvest Speed
Fifty-five days to maturity offers a quick turnaround for home growers.
Seed Density
Twenty-five thousand seeds per ounce ensures a massive, high-yield harvest.
Cultivation Ease
Straightforward growth requirements make this accessible for beginner and expert gardeners.
Genetic Integrity
Heirloom, open-pollinated status guarantees reliable, consistent plant characteristics every season.
Seasonal Versatility
Thrives in both spring and fall, extending your fresh salad window.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Vegetable
Seed Type
Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open Pollinated
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Days to Maturity
55 days
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Lifecycle
Annual
Edible
True
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