plant romaine lettuce seeds Lettuce, Cimmaron Romaine (Lactuca sativa) - 200 Seeds

plant romaine lettuce seeds Lettuce, Cimmaron Romaine (Lactuca sativa) - 200 SeedsCimmaron Romaine Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) 200 Seeds Heirloom Non GMO American grown seeds Open pollinated Matures in as little as 28 days Start indoors or outside USDA Zones: 3 9 Description: The Cimarron is a very beautifully colored romaine lettuce! This tasty lettuce has bright green red leaves that fade to deep red tips. This romaine type lettuce has good disease and bolt resistance. Cimarron is a favorite among gardeners for its beautiful hue and

•Heirloom
•Non-GMO
•American grown seeds
•Open-pollinated
•Matures in as little as 28 days
•Start indoors or outside
•USDA Zones: 3-9

Description:
The Cimarron is a very beautifully colored romaine lettuce! This tasty lettuce has bright green-red leaves that fade to deep red tips. This romaine type lettuce has good disease and bolt resistance. Cimarron is a favorite among gardeners for its beautiful hue and crispy texture in salad mixes!

Growing Instructions (USDA Zones 3-9):
Lettuce is hardy and can be planted as early as the soil can be worked. It is a cool weather crop and grows best at temperatures of 60-65°F. Careful variety selection is important for hot weather plantings. Sow every 3 weeks for a continuous supply of fresh lettuce. Lettuce seed can enter thermal dormancy when exposed to high temperatures. Do not use a heat mat when germinating lettuce seed. Optimum germination results at soil temperatures of 60–65°F.

For direct seeding, seeds germinate at low soil temperatures (40°F), but poorly above 75°F. Sow seeds 2-3″ apart, rows 12–18″ apart. Cover seed lightly, about 1/8″, and firm soil gently. Thin to one plant every 10–12″. Dry soil must be watered to ensure coolness and moisture, and for uniform germination.

For transplanting, sow 2-3 seeds per cell, 1/4″ deep, 3-4 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Do not let soil above 70F while germinating so keep out of the sun and a cool, dark location. Harden seedlings by reducing water and temperature for 2–3 days before planting outdoors. Properly hardened transplants can survive temperatures as low as 20°F. Transplant to 10–12″ apart, in rows 18″ apart.

Watering: Water lettuce once to twice per week or every 4 days whenever rainfall is inadequate.