Introduce the distinctive charm of Lettuce Lolla Rossa to your garden, a classic Italian variety beloved for its crisp, frilly leaves that transition from a deep copper red to bright green. This looseleaf lettuce is not only a visual treat but also a culinary delight, making it a favorite in restaurants and supermarkets for its ability to add both colour and texture to salads.
Why Plant Lettuce Lolla Rossa?
🌱 Striking Appearance: The vibrant, multicoloured leaves of Lolla Rossa add a dramatic flair to any garden or salad bowl.
🥗 Crisp and Tasty: Known for its crisp texture, Lolla Rossa offers a fresh, slightly bitter flavour that enhances a variety of dishes.
🌞 Versatile Growing Season: This lettuce can be sown from spring to autumn, offering multiple opportunities for planting and harvesting.
Optimal Growing Conditions:
Sowing Time: Best planted in cooler months within the growing season to avoid bolting. Lolla Rossa thrives in mild temperatures between 15 - 20°C.
Sow Depth: Seeds should be lightly covered at a depth of 3 mm to ensure proper germination.
Spacing: Plant seeds 30 x 30 cm apart to allow each plant enough space to develop fully without overcrowding.
Garden Uses and Styling Tips:
Mixed Salad Gardens: Combine Lolla Rossa with other salad greens to create a vibrant and varied salad garden.
Edible Landscaping: Use this lettuce to add colour and texture to floral borders or as part of an ornamental vegetable garden.
Container Gardening: Suitable for growing in containers, perfect for balconies or patios where space is limited.
Care Tips:
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Lettuce prefers moist conditions and may require daily watering in dry weather.
Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every few weeks to promote healthy growth and vibrant leaves.
Mulching: Mulch around the base of the plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the roots cool.
Harvesting Lettuce Lolla Rossa:
Experience the Bold Flavours of Lettuce Lolla Rossa:
Lettuce Lolla Rossa is not just a beautiful addition to your garden—it's a versatile green that brings Italian flair and fresh flavours to your table. Whether used in mixed salads, as a garnish, or in decorative plantings, it offers both aesthetic appeal and culinary delight.
Ready to cultivate a touch of Italian elegance? Plant Lettuce Lolla Rossa seeds today and enjoy a beautiful and bountiful harvest that transforms your garden and your meals!
Plant Type: Vegetable
Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
Type: Looseleaf
General Sowing Time: Spring to Autumn
Position: Sun
Sow Depth: 3 mm
Spacing: 30 x 30 cm
Germination: 7-14 days
Days to Harvest: 60 - 90 days
Temperature: 15 - 20° C
2g raw seed: Approx 1 300 seeds
20g raw seed: Approx 13 000 seeds
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