Red Romaine

Red Romaine lettuce is a vibrant, upright annual with long, crisp, spoon-shaped leaves that transition from green to deep burgundy-red in cool weather. Growing 10-12 inches tall and wide, this crisp-textured, slightly sweet, and tangy variety matures in 45-80 days. It is a popular, bolt-resistant, and visually striking addition to salads. 
Key Features and Characteristics:
Appearance: Leaves are elongated, upright, and crinkled, starting green at the base and turning dark red or mahogany on top, often with green midveins for contrast.
Flavor & Texture: Offers a "crispy-crunchy" texture with a sweet, mild, and sometimes slightly bitter or nutty flavor.
Size: The mature plant typically reaches 10 to 12 inches in height and width.
Growth Habit: It is a cool-season, fast-growing annual that thrives in full sun to partial shade. 
Growing and Harvesting:
Spacing: Plant seeds 3-6 inches apart, thinning to 8-12 inches for full-sized heads.
Soil & Water: Prefers rich, moist soil, requiring consistent, even watering to avoid bitterness.
Time to Harvest: Ready for harvest in roughly 45 to 80 days.
Uses: Ideal for salads, sandwiches, and as an attractive, colorful border in edible gardens.
Advantages: It is highly cold-tolerant and, in some cases, can handle temperatures as low as 20°F.