Roma Romaserra Lettuce Seeds

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[Lactuca sativa var. longifolia] Roma Romaserra lettuce seeds, romaine type selected for greenhouse growing, crisp elongated head.

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Roma Romaserra Lettuce

Roma Romaserra lettuce is a romaine variety selected for protected greenhouse growing: an elongated head, crisp firm leaves, suited to out-of-season production.

The Roma Romaserra Lettuce Plant

A Lactuca sativa var. longifolia variety, romaine type: forms an elongated, semi-upright head with thick, crisp leaves, pronounced veining and intense green colour.

How to Sow Roma Romaserra Lettuce

Sow in protected seedbed year-round, with staggered transplanting every 3-4 weeks to ensure continuous greenhouse production.

How to Grow Roma Romaserra Lettuce

Selected for protected cultivation, it tolerates cold winter greenhouse temperatures well; needs regular watering and good ventilation to prevent fungal diseases.

Tips for Roma Romaserra Lettuce

Greenhouse cultivation allows staggered harvests year-round; the growing cycle varies from 60 to 90 days depending on the season and indoor temperatures.

Diseases and Pests of Roma Romaserra Lettuce

The protected environment, if not well ventilated, can favour grey mould and downy mildew; also watch for aphids, which find favourable conditions in the colder greenhouse months.

Uses and Curiosities of Roma Romaserra Lettuce

The name "romaserra" points to its intended use: a romaine bred specifically for protected production, widely grown by professional producers.

Properties of Roma Romaserra Lettuce

Like other romaine lettuces, it's rich in vitamin A, vitamin K and folate, with higher fibre content than round-head lettuces.

Nutritional Values of Roma Romaserra Lettuce

About 17 kcal per 100 g, with good fibre and potassium content, typical of elongated-leaf romaine lettuces.