Truchas Romaine Lettuce Pelleted Seeds produce dark burgundy mini romaine heads averaging 6–8 inches tall, with excellent fill and density. Deep red color persists even in northern growing regions, adding striking contrast to garden beds and fresh salads. Cut a compact head on your kitchen board and combine its crisp leaves with sweet orange segments for a colorful garden-to-table meal. Choose 60, 80, 100, or 200 pelleted seeds.

Germination Rate: 99%. Test Date: 9/25. JSS.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%

Pelleting makes individual seeds easier to see and handle. Learn more about pelleted seeds.

Why Choose Truchas Pelleted Romaine?

• Deep burgundy color: Dark red leaves add contrast to green salad mixes and garden beds.
• Compact mini heads: Dense heads average 6–8 inches tall for tidy whole-head harvests.
• Color that holds: Red coloration persists even in northern growing regions.
• Fresh-market appeal: Attractive heads suit fresh eating, salad mixes, and market bunching.
• Precision-friendly pellets: Visible seed coatings help with individual placement and spacing.

Planting Tips for Success

• Season: Sow for spring or fall harvests according to local planting calendars.
• Light: Provide sun and good airflow; afternoon protection can help during hot weather.
• Soil: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil with organic matter.
• Sowing: Follow packet depth recommendations and cover lightly. Keep pellets evenly moist so the coating breaks down during germination.
• Spacing: Thin or transplant to give mini heads room to fill and air to circulate.
• Water: Maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging. Do not let germinating pellets dry out.
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to label directions and soil needs.
• Support and care: No staking or trellising is needed. Weed gently around shallow roots and monitor for aphids and slugs.
• Harvest: Cut heads at the desired mini-romaine size while dense and crisp, before bolting. Refrigerate promptly.

Disease Resistance

• Downy Mildew: High resistance to EU races 16–26 and 28–37.
• Downy Mildew: High resistance to US races 5–9.
• Lettuce Mosaic Virus: Intermediate resistance.
• Tomato Bushy Stunt Virus: High resistance.

Resistance is not immunity; garden sanitation and suitable growing conditions remain important.

Why Choose David's Garden Seeds®?

• Veteran-Owned: Supplying premium seeds since 2009.
• GO TEXAN Certified: Supporting local agriculture and communities.
• Integrity Pledge: David's Garden Seeds has taken the Seed Integrity Pledge.
• Vegetable Seed License: David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.

Cooking Methods

• Fresh salads: Chop burgundy leaves for crisp texture and dramatic color.
• Salad mixes: Combine with green lettuces, herbs, and vegetables for contrast.
• Romaine wraps: Use sturdy leaves to hold grains, vegetables, or cooked chicken.
• Grilled romaine: Halve heads, brush lightly with oil, and grill briefly for smoky edges.
• Chopped bowls: Add bite-size pieces to grain bowls and tacos.

Order Truchas Pelleted Romaine Seeds Today

Choose 60, 80, 100, or 200 seeds and grow dense, colorful mini romaine heads for fresh meals.

Nutritional Information

Approximate nutrition for 2 cups of shredded raw romaine lettuce. These are general harvested-romaine reference values, not a Truchas-specific analysis or values for planting seeds.

• Calories: Approximately 16
• Total Carbohydrate: Approximately 3 grams, about 1% Daily Value
• Dietary Fiber: Approximately 2 grams, about 7% Daily Value
• Protein: Approximately 1 gram, about 3% Daily Value
• Vitamin A: Approximately 370 micrograms RAE, about 41% Daily Value
• Vitamin K: Approximately 96 micrograms, about 80% Daily Value
• Folate: Approximately 76 micrograms, about 19% Daily Value
• Potassium: Approximately 230 milligrams, about 5% Daily Value

Nutrition varies with growing conditions, harvest size, preparation, and serving size. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Values apply to harvested lettuce, not seeds.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Performance, head size, texture, color, disease resistance, and harvest timing vary with growing conditions.
• Pelleted Seed Storage: Store cool, dry, and dark in a sealed container. Protect pellets from moisture and handle gently.
• Planting Zones: Romaine is a cool-season crop. Use local planting calendars and temperatures to choose sowing dates.
• For Planting: Seeds and coating are not food. The recipe uses harvested lettuce, not seed packet contents.

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Truchas Romaine Salad with Orange, Fennel, and Almonds

Dark red harvested romaine contrasts with juicy citrus and crisp fennel. Serves 4 as a side. Prep time: 20 minutes. No cooking required with prepared toasted almonds.

Ingredients

• 6 cups harvested Truchas romaine, chopped
• 2 oranges, peeled and segmented, reserving 2 tablespoons juice
• 1 small fennel bulb, trimmed and very thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Separate romaine leaves, discard damaged portions, rinse thoroughly under cool running water, and spin or pat dry. Chop into bite-size pieces.
2. Peel and segment oranges over a bowl to catch their juice. Measure 2 tablespoons juice for the dressing.
3. Whisk reserved orange juice, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine lettuce, fennel, and orange segments. Toss gently with enough dressing to lightly coat.
5. Scatter almonds over the top and serve immediately, passing remaining dressing separately.

Options and Storage

Use sunflower kernels instead of almonds if needed, checking labels for your dietary needs. Keep lettuce, dressing, and toppings refrigerated separately until serving. Refrigerate leftovers promptly. Do not leave prepared salad at room temperature longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F.