Bright red leaf and rib, these eye catching plants are resistant to bolting.
Likes a rich, moisture-retentive soil. Dig in compost or manure the previous autumn or add a general fertilizer. Lime the soil if the pH is lower than 6.5.
Sow 1.25cm (1/2″) deep.
Sow 10cm (4″) apart for salads, or 30cm (12″) apart for full-grown crops.
Space rows 45cm (18″) apart.