Lolla Rossa Leaf Lettuce

Lolla Rossa is a curly, dark purple-red leaf lettuce with ruffled, frilly leaves perfect for cut-and-come-again harvests. Snip what you need and more grows in its place, and it performs exceptionally well in containers.

At a glance

• Type: Loose-leaf lettuce
• Color: Dark purple-red, curly leaves
• Harvest: Cut-and-come-again
• Habit: Compact, container-friendly
• Season: Cool-season
• Sun: Full sun to part shade
• Non-GMO: Open-pollinated heirloom

Best for

• Colorful mixed salads
• Cut-and-come-again harvests
• Container and patio gardens
• Ornamental edible beds
• Spring and fall planting

How to grow

Direct sow in early spring or fall in full sun to part shade. Harvest outer leaves regularly to keep the plant producing for weeks. Provide afternoon shade in heat to delay bolting.

Flavor profile

Mild and slightly nutty with a tender, ruffled texture and just a hint of bitterness.

About MIgardener

MIgardener is a Michigan-based seed company offering affordable, non-GMO heirloom seeds for home gardeners.