This red-spotted, open romaine lettuce is sure to turn some heads. The mid-sized plant is open with glossy, green leaves flecked with maroon; making it a delightful and colourful addition to salad mixes. As the leaves get larger, the markings become even more prominent. The leaves of Freckles lettuce are speckled, not blotchy, so they have quite an elegant look. And the flavour is excellent. Freckles lettuce seeds, also known as Forellenschluss are an heirloom variety of Austrian lineage. Be sure to plant some Freckles lettuce seeds in your organic vegetable garden this spring.
Matures in 55-70 days. (Open-pollinated seeds)
Details
Botanical Name
Lactuca sativa 'Freckles'
Common Name
Freckles Lettuce
Hardiness Zone
Appearance
Max Height
Max Spread
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green with Maroon Speckles
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Leaf
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
Fruit Colour
- Green with Maroon Speckles
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Evenly Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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