Lettuce Romaine Rouge d'Hiver

Rouge d'Hiver Romaine Lettuce Seeds
Organic, Heirloom
This wonderful French heirloom from the 1800s has been pleasing gardeners with its rich, buttery flavor for more than a century. Compact, 12" tall head with a tender green heart surrounded by bronze-red leaves. The name fittingly translates to "Red Winter", as it is cold tolerant and resists tip burn. Ideal for fall planting.
Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa

Days to Maturity: 20-65 days

Family: Asteraceae

Native: Unknown; lettuce has been in cultivation for a long time.

Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual

Plant Dimensions: 6"-10" tall, 8"-10"wide

Variety Information: Upright heads have bronze-red leaves and a green heart; develops best color in cool weather. 'Rouge d'Hiver' is a compact lettuce; a French heirloom from the 1800s.