Romaine Lettuce

Overview

Romaine Lettuce Seeds are a top choice for US gardeners who love crisp, crunchy, and nutritious greens. This variety is known for its tall heads, dark green leaves, and strong resistance to heat compared to other lettuce types. Easy to grow in containers, raised beds, or garden soil, Romaine Lettuce is a must-have for fresh salads and healthy meals.

These seeds provide excellent germination and grow into uniform heads, making them popular for both home gardeners and small-scale growers.

Features

• High-quality, non-GMO lettuce seeds
• Produces crisp, dark green leaves with excellent flavor
• Heat-tolerant compared to other lettuce varieties
• Suitable for spring, fall, and cool-season planting
• Great for home gardens, patios, and containers
• Easy to grow with reliable germination

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Lettuce (Romaine variety)
• Seed Type: Open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Planting Season: Spring and Fall (cool weather crop)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9 (can be grown in 3–11 with seasonal care)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (6 hours daily)
• Soil Type: Loose, well-drained, fertile soil, pH 6.0–7.0
• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors as soon as soil can be worked, or start indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting
• Germination Time: 7–14 days at 60–70°F
• Days to Maturity: 65–75 days for full heads, earlier for baby greens
• Spacing: 12–18 inches between plants, 18–24 inches between rows
• Plant Height: 10–12 inches
• Watering Needs: Consistent moisture, avoid waterlogging
• Harvest Season: Spring to early summer, and again in fall
• Yield: Produces tall, crisp heads of lettuce

Storage Use: Best consumed fresh, can be stored short-term in refrigeration