Lettuce — Romanian Red Cos seeds
Romanian Red Cos Lettuce is a bi-colour variety which has deep-red and vibrant green leaves that grow vertically to form a loose head. Romanian Red Cos is slow bolting and can handle warmer climates, so it is a great lettuce variety to add to your garden for the summer. The outside lettuce leaves can be harvested as required during the growing season and this will also encourage more plant growth. Romanian Red Cost Lettuce prefers rich well-draining soil and a sunny spot in your garden (but it can tolerate partial shade). Romanian Red Cos Lettuce may require protection from the sun during the extreme heats of summer. Protect your lettuce from pests like snails, slugs, and aphids.
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Lactuca sativa var longifolia | 100 seeds per packet
Sow seeds direct or raise seedlings in a protected area (in a greenhouse or indoors). Sow seeds approximately 3 to 6mm deep. Start seeds in spring, autumn, or summer*. Germination occurs within 7 to 14 days, at an ideal temperature of 10 to 25°C. Leave 30cm between transplanted seedlings or sown seeds, and approximately 50cm between rows of Romanian Red Cos Lettuce. Romanian Red Cos Lettuce reaches full maturity within 65 to 70 days.
*Sowing times may vary depending on your climate. See our planting guide for Romanian Red Cos Lettuce below.
Cool Climates: September to May
Temperate Climates: January to December
Arid Climates: March to September
Subtropical Climates: January to May
Tropical Climates: April to November