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Organic dark red mini romaine lettuce 'Breen'

Name: Organic dark red mini romaine lettuce 'Breen'
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Breen Dark Red Mini Romaine Lettuce

Latin name Lactuca sativa

Quantity per packet Approximately 50 coated seeds

This variety produces fast, abundant harvests with excellent eating quality. Its colorful foliage enhances fresh salads and edible gardens alike.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameBreen Dark Red Mini Romaine Lettuce

Latin nameLactuca sativa

FamilyAsteraceae

TypeVegetable

CycleAnnual

Quantity per packApproximately 50 coated seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0048

Product
description

Organic Dark Red Mini Romaine Lettuce 'Breen' (Lactuca sativa) is a compact, refined, and highly decorative annual variety appreciated for its dark red foliage touched with green and its crisp texture. It forms small, tight heads measuring 15 to 20 cm, perfect for urban vegetable gardens, raised beds, and closely spaced rows. Its rapid growth allows harvesting about 45 days after sowing, with the option to pick outer leaves as needed. Its deep color adds remarkable contrast both in the garden and on the plate.

Breen Lettuce can be sown from April through August in rich, cool, well-drained soil, lightly covered and kept moist until germination. It grows well in full sun during spring, then benefits from partial shade during hot periods to preserve foliage quality. Regular watering encourages tender, crisp, well-colored leaves. Successive sowings extend the harvest, while a light mulch helps conserve soil moisture and reduce water stress in summer.

Ideal for fresh salads, mesclun mixes, wraps, sandwiches, and garnishes, Breen Mini Romaine Lettuce offers excellent culinary versatility in a practical format. It is perfectly suited to small spaces, planters, and family vegetable gardens, where its dark red foliage creates a strong ornamental effect alongside green vegetables. It pairs well with beet, spinach, and radish. If a few plants bolt, their small yellow flowers may attract bees and support garden biodiversity.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodApril to August

Best time

April to August

Sowing depth0.5 cm (1/4 in)

Germination temperature10 to 20 °C (50 to 68 °F)

Germination time7 to 14 days

Propagation

Propagated by seed, either direct sown in the garden or started in containers. Seeds remain viable for several years when stored in a cool, dry location.

Growing
method

Sow seeds from April through August in rich, cool, well-drained soil. Cover lightly and keep the soil consistently moist until germination. Grow in full sun during spring and provide partial shade during hot summer weather. Make successive sowings to extend the harvest. Thin seedlings to encourage the development of compact mini romaine heads. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut entire heads once mature.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun to partial shade

Soil

Rich, cool, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Fertile soil promotes rapid, uniform growth and high-quality foliage.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil. Consistent moisture encourages tender, crisp leaves and healthy growth.

Fertilization

Incorporate compost before sowing to provide the nutrients needed for vigorous growth. A light application of nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer may be beneficial in poor soils.

Care levelModerate

Make successive sowings for continuous harvests throughout the season. Water regularly to keep the soil cool and moist. Weed as needed and harvest frequently to maintain leaf quality. Apply a light mulch during summer to reduce evaporation and conserve moisture.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

20 to 25 cm (8 to 10 in)

Breen Mini Romaine Lettuce grows exceptionally well in pots, window boxes, and raised planters thanks to its compact size. A shallow container filled with rich, moisture-retentive growing mix produces uniform, colorful heads. Frequent harvesting is easy when grown close to the kitchen.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Its distinctive dark red foliage adds striking color to both the garden and the plate while producing compact, crisp heads in a short time.

This variety produces fast, abundant harvests with excellent eating quality. Its colorful foliage enhances fresh salads and edible gardens alike.

Garden use

Breen Mini Romaine Lettuce is perfect for family vegetable gardens, raised beds, and urban gardens. Its dark red foliage creates striking contrast among green vegetables while maximizing growing space with regular harvests of crisp, flavorful lettuce.

Bloom period

Flowering is rarely desired since the plant is harvested before bolting. If allowed to flower, it produces small pale yellow blooms.

Flower colorPale yellow

Foliage colorDark red and green

Harvest

45 days after sowing

Wildlife appealPollinators

Size
and facts

Height6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm)

Spread15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in.)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature-2°C (28°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Planting
partners

Good companions

Beetroot, spinach, radish

Avoid planting with

Parsley, celery

Recipe
and inspiration

Breen Lettuce is delicious in fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, and garnishes. Its crisp texture and dark red color create beautiful presentations, while young leaves are perfect for mesclun mixes.

Frequently asked questions

When should I sow Breen Mini Romaine Lettuce? +

Sow from April through August for continuous harvests throughout the growing season.

Does this variety tolerate summer heat? +

Yes. It performs well during warm weather when grown in cool soil with regular watering.

When should I harvest Breen Mini Romaine Lettuce? +

Harvest usually begins about 45 days after sowing, depending on growing conditions.

Can I harvest the leaves gradually? +

Yes. Pick the outer leaves as needed while allowing the center of the plant to continue growing.

Why choose Breen Mini Romaine Lettuce? +

Its compact size, dark red foliage, crisp texture, and excellent flavor make it an outstanding choice for home vegetable gardens.

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.