Harris Seeds Cimmaron Lettuce Seed
Best choice for gardeners wanting vibrant, flavorful, and early-maturing salad greens.
This romaine variety brings a dramatic plum-red aesthetic to the garden without sacrificing the classic, crisp sweetness of a traditional leaf. It is an effortless way to elevate a simple salad, though you will need to be diligent about providing the consistent moisture it craves to reach full maturity.
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Who it's for
- Market growers and home chefs seeking vibrant salad presentations
- Gardeners in warmer climates wanting a longer harvest window
- Salad lovers preferring crisp textures and sweet, mild flavors
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited sun exposure in their vegetable patches
- Impatient growers looking for the fastest possible harvest cycle
- Beginners struggling with consistent irrigation and soil moisture management
Performance breakdown
Visual Appeal
Striking plum-red leaves provide unmatched aesthetic impact for specialty garden displays.
Growth Speed
Sixty-day maturity offers a rapid turnaround for consistent seasonal harvests.
Flavor Profile
Delivers a reliable balance of sweetness and crisp texture in every leaf.
Sowing Simplicity
Direct-sow requirements make this an accessible choice for novice home gardeners.
Germination Reliability
Predictable sprouting window ensures high success rates under standard soil conditions.
Market Versatility
Highly sought-after variety for both home consumption and boutique market sales.
Key Specs
Maturity
60 Days
Seeding Depth
0.125-0.25 inches
Soil Temperature for Germination
60-65°F
Days to Germination
6-10 Days
Planting Method
Direct Sow
Spacing in Row
8-14 inches
Spacing Between Rows
1-2 feet
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Type
Vegetable
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
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