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Flashy Trout Back Lettuce

Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa 'Flashy Trout Back'

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Flashy Trout Back Lettuce plant details

Flashy Trout Back Lettuce is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with burgundy, green and variegated foliage. In fall and spring flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Flashy Trout Back Lettuce

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: container plant, culinary, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Flashy Trout Back Lettuce

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Our supplier's selection of the heirloom 'Forellenschluse' (meaning speckled like a trout's back") is richly speckled with bright red splashes on bright green leaves. This Romaine variety has crisp, butterhead-like texture and sweet flavor. Best in cool weather in rich, moist, well-drained soils."

Gardening facts about Flashy Trout Back Lettuce plant

How to Grow Flashy Trout Back Lettuce

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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