Red Oakleaf Looseleaf Lettuce, Organic

Red Oakleaf Looseleaf Lettuce - This is one of the quickest lettuces to harvest coming in at 39 days. Southern Exposure introduced this from a Thai breeding program.  Selected to produce excellent quality lettuce under high heat. A favorite of hydroponics growers. Resembles Oakleaf, but with larger, more tender, and more upright leaves. Moderately slow to bolt. Distinctive, almond-like flavor.

Characteristics: 

• Organic & Open-Pollinated
• Bred for high heat conditions
• Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again
• 39 days
• .5 g, ~400 seeds 

 Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.

• Direct Seed 1" apart
• Plant 1/4" deep
• Germinate 7-14 days
• Thin 6-8" apart

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