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Lettuce
Leafy Greens • Asteraceae
Lettuce is a cool-season crop that is perfect for spring and fall gardens. It grows quickly and can be harvested leaf-by-leaf for continuous harvests. Many varieties are available, from crisphead to loose-leaf types.
Easy45 days to maturity
Temperature
2°C - 24°C (Optimal: 15°C)
Water
moderate
Light
partial sun
Soil pH
6 - 7
Planting Details
Seed Depth
0.3 cm
Spacing Between Plants
15 cm
Row Spacing
30 cm
Frost Tolerance
LIGHT
Soil Type
Moist, rich soil
Days to Maturity
45 days
Growing Tips
- ✓Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest
- ✓Keep soil consistently moist
- ✓Provide afternoon shade in hot weather
- ✓Harvest outer leaves to encourage new growth
- ✓Choose heat-tolerant varieties for summer growing
Common Varieties
IcebergRomaineButterheadLeaf lettuceMesclun mixes
✓Good Companions
CarrotsRadishesStrawberriesOnions
✗Avoid Planting Near
Parsley