Freckles Romaine Lettuce is truly one of a kind! Red speckled bright green leaves add a whimsical touch to traditional lettuce. Incredibly flavorful and crisp, this lettuce is a sure conversation starter and a great way to make your salads, sandwiches, wraps, spring rolls, and sides stand out.
| Species | Romaine Lettuce, Freckles (Lactuca sativa 'Freckles') |
| Plant Size | 12 inches tall |
| Days to Germinate | 7-14 days |
| Days to Harvest | 60 for mature leaves; 28 for baby leaves |
| Germination Rate | 90% |
| Test Date | 8/23 |
| Lifespan | Annual |
| Brand | TomorrowSeeds |
| Sunlight | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Seeds Packed For | 2024 |
Planting Instructions:
Broadcast thinly in fertile, well-draining soil when soil temperature reaches 35F in a mostly sunny location. Keep soil moist and fertilize as needed. Ready to harvest when leaves are tender and is 4-6 inches tall or when full head forms after 60 days.
| Within-Row Spacing | Thin to 8-12 inches |
| Between-Row Spacing | 12-24 inches |
Nutrition Facts:
| Romaine Lettuce | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 72 kJ (17 kcal) |
| Carbohydrates | 3.3 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2.1 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Protein | 1.2 g |
| Vitamins | Quantity %DV† |
| Vitamin A equiv. | 36% 290 μg |
| Folate (B9) | 34% 136 μg |
| Vitamin C | 29% 24 mg |
| Minerals | Quantity %DV† |
| Calcium | 3% 33 mg |
| Iron | 7% 0.97 mg |
| Phosphorus | 4% 30 mg |
| Potassium | 5% 247 mg |
| Other constituents | Quantity |
| Water | 95 g |