Long crunchy leaves that start green and fade to purple red. Grow in moist fertile well-drained soil . Encourage fast growth with plenty of water and regular feeds or manure to avoid bitterness.
Approx. 200 seeds per packet
Method: | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
Sowing Depth: | 2 mm |
When: | Year-round, Spring and autumn for best results |
Plant Spacing: | 30 cm |
Position: | Part or full sun, moist well drained soil |
Weeks till harvest | 6 - 7 weeks |
Notes | Grow lettuce in fertile moist soil, dry poor conditions cause plant to bolt to seed early and leaves will be bitter |
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