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Lactuca sativa 'Boston, Red'
Lettuce, Boston, Red
A red leaf Boston or "butterhead" type. Beautiful, large, dark red heads with nicely contrasting green centers. Excellent flavor and texture.
- Red bibb-type lettuce with tender leaves
- Mild sweet flavor and attractive burgundy color
- Harvest young leaves or full loose heads
- Beautiful in salads and mixed greens
- Category: Vegetables
- Hardiness Zone: 3-10
- Height: 6-12 in
- Spread: 8-12 in
- Spacing: 8 in
- Temperature: 25 to 85°F
Soil Moisture
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Lactuca sativa 'Boston, Red'
Lettuce grows best in cool weather with full sun to light shade and evenly moist soil. Succession sow every 1–2 weeks for continuous harvest. Use afternoon shade in warm spells and harvest often to keep leaves tender.