High Mowing Organic Seeds Outredgeous Lettuce
Best choice for home gardeners wanting vibrant, space-grown salad greens.
This lettuce is so red, it might confuse botany students. Its intense magenta hue makes it a standout in salads, and it's a fantastic choice for baby leaf production. A truly unique variety, it's even been grown in space and is part of the Open Source Seed Initiative.
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Who it's for
- Organic gardeners prioritizing clean, non-GMO growing practices
- Home growers in warmer climates seeking extended harvest seasons
- Culinary gardeners wanting vibrant, visually stunning salad greens
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners looking for bulk or conventional seed prices
- Shady garden owners wanting consistent deep red leaf coloration
- Palates preferring the soft, delicate texture of butterhead lettuce
Performance breakdown
Visual Appeal
Intense magenta leaves provide a stunning aesthetic for any garden bed.
Growth Velocity
Rapid maturation allows for baby leaf harvests in just thirty days.
Disease Resilience
Reliable protection against common pathogens ensures a healthier, more consistent yield.
Harvest Versatility
Upright growth habit makes clean, efficient cutting simple for home growers.
Genetic Integrity
Open-pollinated seeds ensure consistent traits for future season seed saving.
Space Efficiency
Compact upright structure maximizes yield in small or container garden spaces.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Lactuca sativa
Maturity
30 days (baby) - 55 days (full size)
Seeding Depth
1/8 inch
Plant Spacing (Full Size)
8-12 inches
Soil pH Requirement
6.2-6.8
Disease Resistance
MT0-30 (Tested for Lettuce Mosaic Virus)
Seed Count Approximation
24,000 seeds/oz average
Organic Certification
Yes
Plant Type
Vegetable
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
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