Overview:
The rosette heads average about 4.5″ in diameter with dark green and reddish leaves with yellow white centers. This lettuce variety has a good heat tolerance and average watering needs with soft, buttery leaves with a compact head. Ideal for salads, quick-growing in cool weather.
Growing Instructions:
Sowing:
First crop can be direct sown when soil temperatures reach about 35°F, or as soon as soil can be worked. If soil temperatures reach rises about 75°F, the seeds become dormant. Direct sow the seeds 1/8-1/4″ deep in rich soil(pH 6.0-7.0) with full sun, spreading them as thinly as possible in rows 1-2′ apart. When seedlings begin to grow thin them to 8-12″ apart. Plant in early spring or fall. For companion planting, grow with onions, cucumbers, or carrots.
Germination: 7–10 days at 35–75°F.
Care: Lettuce has very shallow roots, so it needs adequate moisture in order to stay tender and sweet, keep soil evenly moist. Applying mulch will help maintain moisture and control weeds.
Harvest: 45–60 days. Cut whole heads or outer leaves for prolonged harvest.
