Organic 'Super Red Romaine' Romaine Lettuce
Organic 'Super Red Romaine' romaine lettuce (Lactuca sativa) from the seed company Gaia, a romaine lettuce with a deep red color, nutritious and crisp.
'Super Red Romaine' is a spectacular heirloom romaine lettuce, renowned for its deep red color , vibrant leaves , and crisp texture . Its flavor is mild , slightly bitter , with a robust profile that holds up well in both fresh and cooked dishes. Its thick leaves, rich in anthocyanins —the pigments responsible for the deep red color—give it not only its beauty but also antioxidant benefits . Heat-tolerant, it thrives in spring and autumn , revealing its best flavor after a few cool nights.
Companion plants : Alliums, Radish, Marigold, Broccoli, Bean, Beetroot, Carrot, Nasturtium, Dill, Corn, Cucurbits, Coriander, Strawberry
Negative plants : Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, Celery, Parsley
Spread/carry : Upright Roman head
Plant height : 25 to 30 cm
Quantity per packet : 150 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Very dark red, rich in antioxidants, crunchy texture, heat-tolerant, slow to set in moderate climates
Leaf color : Deep red with a green base
Texture/flavor : Crunchy, sweet, slightly bitter
Cold tolerance : Down to -7°C
Farming method
Sow directly outdoors as soon as the soil is workable , or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before planting out. Sow the seeds 6–12 mm deep. Germination takes 7 to 10 days at temperatures between 12 and 21°C , with an optimum of 16–18°C . Like all lettuces, it germinates poorly above 25°C . Provide partial sun/semi-shade (level 2) with moderate watering (level 2). Space plants 15 cm apart, with 30 to 45 cm between rows depending on the bed.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest at any stage—young leaves or mature buds— as flavor and color are at their peak after a few cool nights . Store in slightly damp sand in a root cellar at 1–2°C to prolong freshness.
Usage ideas
• In crisp red salads , they look beautiful.
• In a revisited red Caesar
• In sandwiches and wraps for their texture and color
• Lightly grilled for braised romaine lettuce
• In mixed salads, harvested young to intensify the colors
'Super Red Romaine' lettuce combines beauty, nutrition, and hardiness. An ideal heritage romaine for gardens that appreciate colorful foliage and rich textures.
