{"product_id":"red-snails-lettuce-seeds","title":"Red Sails Lettuce Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLactuca sativa Red Sails Lettuce\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-897 citation-end-897\"\u003eLactuca sativa Red Sails Lettuce is an All-America Selection winning loose-leaf variety, valued for its vibrant, crinkled foliage that transitions from a green base to deep bronze-red tips.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Growing to about 10 to 12 inches tall with a spread of 10 to 12 inches, this variety is perfect for kitchen gardens, edible landscaping, and container plantings where both visual appeal and high productivity are desired. \u003cspan class=\"citation-896 citation-end-896\"\u003eUnlike many red-leaf varieties that turn bitter quickly in the heat, Red Sails is exceptionally slow-bolting, offering a display of colorful, ruffled leaves that maintain their sweet, mild flavor well into warmer weather.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCulinary and Practical Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe tender, ruffled leaves are rich in vitamins A and C, offering 6 times more vitamin A than standard green varieties, making them a nutritional powerhouse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eIts mild, sweet flavor lacks bitterness, making it an excellent choice for fresh salads, sandwiches, and delicate wraps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe striking color contrast makes it a favorite garnish for professional chefs, adding a pop of deep red and bronze to savory plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e Deeply lobed, crinkled leaves with a light green base and intense bronze-red edges; the texture is soft yet crisp enough to hold dressing well.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Open, upright, non-heading rosette that grows quickly; suitable for \"cut-and-come-again\" harvesting or full-head production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e Produces a tall central stalk with small yellow composite flowers if allowed to bolt in extreme heat, signaling the end of the harvest window.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/b\u003e Harvested after the flower fluff dries; plants must be allowed to bolt and mature fully to produce viable seed for the next season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003eGrowing Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-892\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-892 citation-end-892\"\u003e Thrives in full sun to partial shade; red coloration is most intense with plenty of sunlight, though partial shade extends the harvest in summer.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-892 citation-end-892\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Adapts to most soil types but prefers cool, loose, fertile soil rich in organic matter to encourage rapid leaf growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-892 citation-end-892\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-891\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-891 citation-end-891\"\u003e Requires consistent, moderate watering; keeping the shallow root system moist is key to preventing tip burn and maintaining sweetness.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-892 citation-end-892\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-891 citation-end-891\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant seeds or thin seedlings 6 to 12 inches apart to allow the rosettes to expand fully without overcrowding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-892 citation-end-892\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-891 citation-end-891\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Practice succession planting every 2 to 3 weeks for a continuous supply; mulch to suppress weeds and keep the soil cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-892 citation-end-892\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-891 citation-end-891\"\u003eShipping Info\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-893 citation-end-893\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-892 citation-end-892\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-891 citation-end-891\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-890 citation-end-890\"\u003eRed Sails Lettuce seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blossomdale","offers":[{"title":"200 Seeds","offer_id":51753615753495,"sku":"40003503","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/5416\/8343\/files\/Red_Sails_Lettuce.jpg?v=1766846142","url":"https:\/\/blossomdale.com\/products\/red-snails-lettuce-seeds","provider":"Blossomdale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}