Merlot Lettuce Seeds

This variety is known as the darkest red/purple lettuce available and is rich in antioxidants. Its leaves are wavy, crunchy, and waxy. It ranges from medium to small in size. Highly recommended for creating baby leaf mixes and adding vibrancy and color to your salads.

• SOWING TIPS

Keep the soil consistently moist; lettuce does not tolerate drought or very high temperatures.

Technical Sheet

• Variety: Merlot Lettuce | Type: Loose-leaf lettuce, open-pollinated seed
• Deep burgundy red leaf lettuce, with ruffled edges and a mild, sweet flavor
• Excellent ornamental and culinary variety for mixed salad production
• Days to harvest: approximately 48–55 days from sowing
• Suitable for outdoor gardens, raised beds, and hydroponic systems

Instructions for use

• Sow on the surface of the substrate or 1/8 inch deep — lettuce seeds need light to germinate
• Thin to 8–12 inches between plants or harvest as baby leaves at a higher density
• Water consistently and keep the substrate uniformly moist
• Harvest outer leaves regularly to extend production
• Store leftover seeds in a sealed container, in a cool, dry, and dark place