These plants were developed to
bear fruit during cooler conditions, so they are
excellent for higher zones with shorter growing seasons.
These dark colored lettuces can make
excellent treats for rabbits who are
bored with their hay but need to follow calorie restricted diets in order to lose weight — they are much lower in sugar and calories than standard rabbit treats (and fresh
fruit), and they can provide a welcome break from the large amounts of hay your bun eats on a daily basis.