Sanguine Ameliore Lettuce
Item Details
Rare French variety introduced in 1907 by C.C. Morse & Co. as Strawberry Cabbage Lettuce. Stunning sanguine or blood red speckles. Plants average 8" in diameter. Tender texture and excellent quality.
- 60 days
- ±32,800 seeds/oz
- Conventional
- Heads grow to 8 inches
- Butterhead lettuce
- Tender texture and crisp flavor
This variety works for:
- Fresh eating
This lettuce can be used in salads or as an addition to sandwiches and burgers. Mix it with other varieties to create a salad mix of different textures, colors, and flavors.
Salads that have a lettuce base are often combined with grated cheese, fresh or dried fruit, nuts, and rich and crispy meats like bacon or pork belly.
Growing Instructions
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
- Direct Seed: 1" Apart
- Seed Depth: 1/4"
- Germination: 7-14 Days
- Thin: 10" Apart