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Lollo Rossa Darkness · Lettuce

Zone 8b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Lollo Rossa Darkness to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 23rd
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMar 23rd
Harvest BeginsMay 7th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 32°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity45
Sun RequirementsPart Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)32
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: For best red color and slower bolting, keep lettuce evenly moist and plant for cool weather, using shade if afternoons get hot.