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Red Romaine · Lettuce

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Red Romaine to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 1st
Harvest BeginsMay 26th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 30°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 5 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity55
Sun RequirementsPart Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)30
Harden Off (days)5
Expert Note: For best color and sweetness, grow in cool weather and avoid heat spikes; harvest before leaves get overly bitter.