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Organic 'New Red Fire' Red Leaf Lettuce
This variety quickly produces attractive, flavorful leaves with outstanding color. Its vibrant foliage enhances salads while adding ornamental appeal to the vegetable garden.
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Product
identification
identification
Common nameNew Red Fire Red Leaf Lettuce
Latin nameLactuca sativa
FamilyAsteraceae
TypeVegetable
CycleAnnual
Quantity per packApproximately 50 coated seeds
Code produitBIOVO-0046
Product
description
description
Sowing
guide
guide
Sowing periodApril to August
Best time
April to August
Sowing depth0.5 cm (0.2 in)
Germination temperature10 to 20 °C (50 to 68 °F)
Germination time7 to 14 days
Propagation
Propagated by seed, either direct sown outdoors or started in containers. Seeds remain viable for several years when stored in a cool, dry location.
Growing
method
method
Direct sow outdoors or in containers as soon as the soil can be worked in spring. Make successive sowings from April through August for continuous harvests. Cover seeds lightly and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Grow in full sun to partial shade, especially during hot weather. Thin seedlings to improve air circulation and encourage vigorous growth. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut the entire head once mature. This variety is valued for its superior heat tolerance compared to many other lettuces.
Soil
and care
and care
ExposureFull sun to partial shade
Soil
Rich, cool, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Consistently moist soil promotes rapid growth and high-quality foliage.
Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral
Watering
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently cool and moist. Steady moisture encourages tender leaves, reduces bitterness, and helps prevent premature bolting.
Fertilization
Incorporate compost before sowing to provide essential nutrients. In poor soils, a light application of nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer encourages vigorous leafy growth and rich foliage color.
Care levelModerate
Make successive sowings throughout the season for continuous harvests. Keep the soil consistently moist to prevent bitterness and premature bolting. Weed regularly around the plants and apply a light mulch to keep the soil cool. Harvest outer leaves frequently to extend production. During periods of intense heat, provide light shade whenever possible.
Container
growing
growing
Recommended pot size
20 to 25 cm (8 to 10 in)
New Red Fire Red Leaf Lettuce grows exceptionally well in pots, window boxes, and raised planters. Its compact habit and striking red foliage combine ornamental appeal with food production on balconies and patios. Use a rich, moisture-retentive growing mix and water consistently to produce tender, colorful leaves.
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
harvest
and garden
Its vibrant red frilled foliage adds exceptional color and texture while producing abundant, tender leaves. It combines ornamental beauty with excellent culinary quality.
This variety quickly produces attractive, flavorful leaves with outstanding color. Its vibrant foliage enhances salads while adding ornamental appeal to the vegetable garden.
Garden use
New Red Fire Red Leaf Lettuce is ideal for family vegetable gardens, raised beds, containers, and edible landscapes. Its vibrant red foliage creates beautiful contrast alongside green vegetables while providing continuous harvests of fresh salad greens throughout the season.
Bloom period
Flowering is generally avoided since the plant is harvested for its foliage. If allowed to bolt, it produces small pale yellow flowers typical of lettuce.
Flower colorPale yellow
Foliage colorRed and green
Harvest
55 days after sowing
Wildlife appealPollinators
Size
and facts
and facts
Height20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)
Spread30 cm (12 in)
Growth rateFast
Minimum temperature-2°C (28°F)
Foliage typeDeciduous
Papillonstrue
Planting
partners
partners
Good companions
Beetroot, spinach
Avoid planting with
Parsley, celery
Recipe
and inspiration
and inspiration
The vibrant red frilled leaves add color, texture, and freshness to salads, mesclun mixes, sandwiches, garnishes, and light summer meals. Young leaves can be harvested continuously for extended production throughout the growing season.
Frequently asked questions
This variety stands out for its decorative red frilled foliage, excellent flavor, and dependable productivity. It adds beautiful color and texture to salads throughout the growing season.
Harvest begins about 55 days after sowing. Young leaves may be picked earlier for mesclun mixes, or mature heads can be harvested once fully developed.
Yes. It performs very well in partial shade, especially during hot summer weather. Light shade helps slow bolting and keeps the leaves tender.
Yes. Harvest the outer leaves regularly while allowing the center to continue growing for an extended harvest period.
Yes. Its deeply frilled red foliage adds outstanding ornamental value to vegetable gardens, raised beds, and edible landscapes.
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.
