Carmona Red Lettuce Seeds (Lactuca sativa) Striking red leaf lettuce with tender texture and mild taste. Great for color and crunch in salads.

Minimum: 150+ Seeds

Bold Color. Tender Leaves. Salad-Ready Beauty.

Add a splash of vibrant red to your garden beds with Carmona Red Lettuce, a striking looseleaf variety known for its deep burgundy color, buttery texture, and mild, sweet flavor. This eye-catching lettuce is perfect for gardeners seeking both visual appeal and culinary versatility—ideal for baby greens or full-sized heads in salads, wraps, and garnishes.

❤️ Why Grow Carmona Red Lettuce?

• 🌿 Rich Burgundy Leaves – Adds instant appeal to salad mixes and garden rows

• 🥬 Tender Yet Crisp Texture – Smooth leaves with a soft bite

• 🍃 Mild & Sweet Flavor – Pairs well with both bold and subtle ingredients

• ⚡ Fast Growing – Quick to mature and great for multiple harvests

• ❄️ Cool-Season Favorite – Thrives in spring and fall conditions

📏 Quick Facts:

• Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa

• Days to Maturity: 28–60 days

• Planting Season: Spring and fall

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Spacing: 6–10 inches apart

• Watering: Moderate, keep consistently moist

• Soil Needs: Loose, fertile, well-draining soil

• Frost Tolerance: Mildly frost-tolerant

🌱 Growing Tips:

• Direct sow or transplant in early spring or late summer

• Keep soil evenly moist to prevent bolting and bitterness

• Harvest outer leaves young for cut-and-come-again growth

• For full heads, wait until leaves form a loose, rounded bunch

• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds

🥗 In the Kitchen:

• Adds rich color and freshness to salads

• Excellent in sandwiches, wraps, and tacos

• Beautiful contrast for garnishing soups and plated dishes

• Mild enough to pair with citrus, vinaigrettes, and herbs

• Delicious with creamy cheeses, fruit, or roasted veggies

🌈 Colorful Crunch with Culinary Charm

If you're looking to level up your salad game with vibrant greens and sweet flavor, Carmona Red Lettuce delivers. It’s a home gardener’s dream—easy to grow, beautiful in the bed, and absolutely delicious on the plate.