Vegetable

Description

A British bred medium sized red cos type with a shiny burgundy leaf, retaining its colour halfway into the heart, contrasting with a bright green base. Ideal used as 'baby leaf' or as a mature heart, which is slow to bolt and has good mildew resistance.

Sowing Instructions

Sow March to August. Sow thinly 13mm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart in soil which has been raked to a fine tilth.

Aftercare

Harvest a few leaves from each plant, or if for full hearts when they feel firm when gently pressed. Keep well watered during spells of dry weather.

Nutritional Information

The dark green leaves of lettuce are a good source of beta-carotene and Vitamin A.