LETTUCE 'Carmona Red'

Frank Morton brought this Canadian heirloom red butterhead back from near extinction. Lush dark green butterhead base is fully blushed brilliant carmine and pebbled with bronze and brown. Though stunning in appearance, the flavor is the real draw - outer leaves are sweet, juicy and buttery while the well-blanched interior is tender and melting. Heads mature relatively slowly and grow to a broad 16" wide, 6" tall, with good bolt resistance and hold well in the field. About 1 in 6 plants will show a more blonde color but still retain the great eating quality. 55 days.