Product Overview
Salad Bowl - Red Leaf Lettuce Heirloom Seed
**Product Overview**
Todd's Seeds is delighted to offer the Salad Bowl - Red Leaf Lettuce Heirloom Seed, a colorful and flavorful variety that adds a vibrant touch to any garden or salad. This heirloom lettuce is known for its attractive, ruffled leaves that are a deep red at the tips, fading to a bright green at the base. Salad Bowl Red Leaf Lettuce is celebrated for its tender texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor. It's an excellent choice for mixed salads, garnishes, and adding a splash of color to dishes. This variety is also noted for its resistance to bolting and its ability to produce a continuous harvest.
**Planting Instructions**
- **Sowing Time:** Ideal for planting in early spring and again in late summer for a fall harvest.
- **Soil Requirements:** Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
- **Planting Depth:** Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface, as lettuce seeds need light to germinate.
- **Spacing:** Space plants about 8-12 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart.
- **Germination:** Generally occurs within 7-10 days at temperatures of 60-70°F.
**Growth and Care**
- **Watering:** Regular watering is important to maintain moist soil.
- **Sunlight:** Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
- **Fertilizing:** Light fertilization can encourage healthy leaf development.
- **Harvesting:** Harvest leaves as needed or the entire plant when mature.
**Health Benefits**
Salad Bowl Red Leaf Lettuce offers several health benefits:
- **Rich in Nutrients:** High in vitamins A and K, and a good source of iron and calcium.
- **Antioxidant Properties:** The red pigments in the leaves are rich in antioxidants.
- **Low in Calories:** An excellent choice for a healthy diet.
- **Hydrating:** High water content aids in hydration.
**Culinary Uses**
Salad Bowl Red Leaf Lettuce is versatile in the kitchen:
- **Salads:** Its colorful leaves add visual appeal and a mild flavor to salads.
- **Sandwiches and Wraps:** Enhances sandwiches and wraps with its tender texture.
- **Garnishes:** Perfect for adding a decorative touch to various dishes.
- **Light Cooking:** Can be lightly wilted for a warm salad or side dish.
**Simple Recipe: Vibrant Red Leaf Lettuce Salad**
A visually stunning and tasty salad featuring Salad Bowl Red Leaf Lettuce.
**Ingredients:**
- Salad Bowl Red Leaf Lettuce, washed and torn
- Vinaigrette of olive oil, vinegar, and herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: cherry tomatoes, cucumber, or avocado for added flavor and texture
**Instructions:**
1. In a salad bowl, place the Salad Bowl Red Leaf Lettuce.
2. Prepare a vinaigrette by mixing olive oil, vinegar, and herbs.
3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the lettuce and toss gently.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Add additional salad ingredients like tomatoes or cucumber, if desired.
6. Serve as a fresh, colorful salad.
The Salad Bowl - Red Leaf Lettuce Heirloom Seed from Todd's Seeds is an excellent choice for gardeners and chefs who appreciate both the aesthetic and gastronomic qualities of their lettuce. Its vibrant color and delicious taste make it a favorite for a wide range of culinary applications.
1 Packet: 2g
1 Gram ~ 600-1200 seeds
1 Pound ~ 425,000 seeds