Romaine Lettuce seed mix
This masterful fusion of three distinctive specialty romaine lettuces that are bound to elevate your gardening and culinary experience. This tri-colored slow-bolting medley has captured the hearts of gardeners and food enthusiasts alike, and for good reason.
The Romaine Lettuce seed mix is a visual masterpiece, boasting a captivating trio of colors that paint your garden with nature's vibrant brushstrokes. From the lush, verdant green to the deep, passionate red and the regal, bronzed hues, this blend transforms your garden into a colorful oasis. With each leaf as unique as a work of art, it adds a touch of elegance to your garden landscape and infuses your culinary creations with an enticing spectrum of colors.
These romaine lettuces are not just stunning; they're also tough and tenacious. Their vigorous growth is the result of careful breeding and expert cultivation. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a novice, you can count on the RomaineLettuce Seed mix to thrive under your care. These lettuces are adaptable to various growing conditions and climates, ensuring a bountiful harvest that fills your garden with vitality.
Beyond their aesthetic appeal and hearty growth, the Romaine Lettuce Seed Mix is celebrated for its exceptional taste. Each romaine variety brings a unique flavor profile to the table, combining sweet, crisp, and subtly peppery notes. From gourmet salads to hearty sandwiches, these lettuces will transform your dishes into culinary masterpieces, elevating your meals with garden-fresh, delectable flavors.
Seed count: Approx. 250
Botanic name:
Lactuca sativa
Plant spacing:
10-12" / 18" for rows
Color:
A mix of varieties that vary from green with purple freckling, to green with bronzed tips,and solid green leaves.
Sowing depth:
1/8" deep
Sun requirements:
Full sun / part shade
Utilization:
Create visually stunning salads by combining the different Romaine varieties. The variety of colors and textures can make your salads more enticing. You can also use them as wraps, for hamburgers and smoothies, or grill the hearts for a truly unique dish.
Frost hardy:
Yes
Maturity days:
45-50 days
Life cycle:
Biennial
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Other names:
N/A
Growing Instructions:
**Growing Lettuce from Seed**
1. **Timing:** Lettuce is a cool-season crop. Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost or directly sow them in the garden once the soil temperature reaches at least 40°F.
2. **Containers and Soil:** Use seed starting trays or small pots filled with a seed starting mix. Moisten the mix before planting.
3. **Planting:** Sow seeds thinly on the surface of the soil, covering them lightly with 1/8 inch of soil. Mist the soil gently to avoid dislodging the seeds.
4. **Light and Temperature:** Place the containers in a warm, sunny location with temperatures between 60-70°F. If needed, use a grow light to provide adequate light.
5. **Watering:** Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Misting the soil surface regularly is a good way to maintain moisture without disturbing the seeds.
6. **Germination:** Lettuce seeds typically germinate within 7-10 days.
7. **Thinning:** Once seedlings have a few true leaves, thin them to the strongest plant in each cell or pot.
**Transplanting Lettuce**
1. **Hardening Off:** Before transplanting, gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions by placing them outside for a few hours each day, gradually increasing the duration over a week.
2. **Spacing:** Transplant seedlings into the garden when they have 4-6 true leaves. Space them according to the variety:
* Leaf lettuce: 6-8 inches apart
* Head lettuce: 10-12 inches apart
3. **Planting Depth:** Plant seedlings at the same depth they were growing in their containers.
4. **Watering:** Water deeply after transplanting to help the seedlings establish.
**Caring for Transplanted Lettuce**
1. **Watering:** Lettuce needs consistent moisture, especially during hot weather. Water deeply and regularly, aiming to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water in the morning to allow excess moisture to evaporate during the day.
2. **Fertilizing:** Lettuce is a light feeder. Fertilize once or twice during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
3. **Weed Control:** Keep the area around your lettuce plants weed-free to reduce competition for nutrients and water.
4. **Pest and Disease Control:** Monitor plants for signs of pests or diseases. Aphids and slugs are common lettuce pests. Neem oil or insecticidal soap can help control aphids. Handpicking slugs or using diatomaceous earth can be effective for slug control.
5. **Harvesting:** Harvest leaf lettuce by snipping outer leaves as needed, allowing the inner leaves to continue growing. Harvest head lettuce when the heads are firm and full-sized but before they bolt (flower).
**Additional Tips**
* Consider succession planting lettuce every 2-3 weeks for a continuous harvest throughout the season.
* Lettuce prefers cool weather. If temperatures rise above 75°F, consider providing shade for your plants to prevent bolting.
* Lettuce grows well in containers. If you have limited garden space, try growing lettuce in pots or raised beds.
