1050 seeds. 60 days. Asteraceae lactuca sativa. Romaine. Annual.
 
Lettuce 'Rouge d'Hiver' has a mild taste and bronze-red leaves that darken in cooler weather. This pre-1885 French heirloom performs best in the cool weather of spring and fall. Its name means Red Winter.
 
Sowing Lettuce Seeds: 
 
Sow lettuce seeds on the surface of the soil in early spring and lightly cover in soil. Thin seedlings to 8 inches apart. Full sun to part shade.