Red Maple Oak Leaf Purple Lettuce Seeds, 5g

Red Maple Oak Leaf Purple Lettuce Seeds | Lactuca sativa var. crispa | Heat-Tolerant, Easy-Grow Backyard Salad Greens

Overview
Red Maple Oak Leaf Purple Lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. crispa) is a specialty leafy green variety that offers both exceptional ornamental value and culinary functionality. Its semi-erect rosette features deeply lobed, maple-leaf-shaped foliage with wavy, ruffled edges and rich crinkled texture. The outer leaves display a striking deep purple, while the inner heart reveals tender, bright yellow leaves—creating a beautiful color gradient from the outside in. Whether planted in garden borders or balcony pots, it forms an eye-catching visual centerpiece. Perfect for use as an ornamental vegetable to decorate your living space, its fresh leaves can also be harvested anytime to create delicious salads, truly embodying the concept of 'beautiful and delicious.'

Key Features
• Dual-purpose variety for ornamental display and fresh eating, satisfying both visual and culinary needs
• Oak-leaf shaped, deeply lobed leaves with wavy, ruffled edges and rich crinkled texture
• Striking color contrast between deep purple outer leaves and bright yellow inner leaves for exceptional visual appeal
• Compact growth habit, reaching approximately 15cm in height with a 20–25cm spread—space-saving and suitable for dense planting
• Thrives in both open-field cultivation and home containers, offering flexible planting options
• Strong environmental adaptability and easy to grow—perfect for beginners

Cultivation Guidelines
• Light: Prefers sunny locations; adequate sunlight enhances leaf color intensity and richness.
• Climate: Best suited to mild climates; avoid prolonged heat—cooler conditions produce more tender, crisp leaves with better coloration.
• Soil: Choose loose, fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter for optimal growth.
• Spacing: Recommended planting distance of 25 x 25 cm (row x plant) to ensure good air circulation and light penetration.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged; water when soil surface feels dry, avoiding both drought and overwatering.

Why Choose This Variety?
The greatest charm of Red Maple Oak Leaf Purple Lettuce lies in its 'multi-purpose' nature. Unlike ordinary lettuce, its unique maple-like leaf shape and striking combination of deep purple and bright yellow make each plant a natural work of art. Planted in garden borders, it adds rich color layering to your landscape; grown in balcony pots or window boxes, it serves as a stunning ornamental green; and harvested fresh for salads or sandwiches, it brings a touch of elegance and flavor to your table. Fast-growing, easy to manage, and highly adaptable, this variety is perfect for both seasoned gardeners and first-time growers alike—offering a beautiful 'edible landscape' for everyone to enjoy.