Lettuce Rubily F1
Lettuce Rubily F1 is a premium variety of lettuce renowned for its vibrant color, crisp texture, and excellent taste. It belongs to the butterhead lettuce type, characterized by loose, tender leaves that form a compact, rosette-shaped head.
Features
- Distinctive deep red coloration throughout the leaves, adding visual appeal to salads and dishes.
- Crisp and tender leaves with a mild, sweet flavor, ideal for fresh consumption.
- Consistent head formation and leaf size, suitable for commercial production and home gardening.
- Suitable for both fresh market sales and culinary purposes in salads, sandwiches, and garnishes.
- Performs well in various climates, making it suitable for cultivation in different regions.
- Shows good resistance to bolting (premature flowering) and certain common diseases, enhancing crop reliability.
Application
- Sow seeds directly into well-drained, fertile soil or start transplants indoors for later transplanting.
- Maintain adequate spacing to allow for proper head development and airflow, typically 6-8 inches apart.
- Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to promote steady growth.
- Apply balanced fertilizer according to soil test recommendations or general guidelines for lettuce.
- Harvest heads when fully formed but before they become too mature to maintain quality and taste.
Storage
- Immediately after harvest, cool lettuce heads to prolong freshness and maintain crispness.
- Store harvested heads in the refrigerator at temperatures just above freezing in high humidity conditions, ideally in perforated plastic bags or containers.
- Use promptly for best quality, as lettuce can lose crispness and flavor over time.
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