Quicklist: Types of Lettuce Greens Arugula Belgian Endive Butterhead Kale Spinach Collard Greens Chrysanthemum Greens Dandelion Greens Frisée Lambs’ Lettuce Watercress Mizuna Oak Leaf Lettuce Purslane Romaine Tatsoi Bok Choi Radicchio19 Escarole Iceberg Little Gem Celtuce Swiss Chard Tango Where Does Lettuce Come From? Lettuce, also known as Lactuca sativa, is undoubtedly the world’s …
Growing lettuce in the garden is easier than you might think, as it is one of the easiest plants to grow. When you are planning your lettuce plant spacing, the type of lettuce that you are planting will play a role. You also want to watch your climate and temperature. Lettuce Temperature, Soil, and Climate …
To protect our growing lettuce requires preventive measures such as covering to avoid pests. Also, choosing the right lettuce, ensuring it gets some shade, harvesting often, ensuring it gets adequate water and replanting are all ways to keep the growing lettuce protected. Salads don’t have to be dull when you use lettuces, which are simple …
Lettuce is the most planted salad vegetable in the U.S. It’s immense popularity comes from a few factors. Nearly everyone loves lettuce. It’s easy to plant and harvest. However, if you want to get a bigger lettuce harvest, you’ll need to dig a little deeper. Lettuce Growing Basics Before we get into ways to increase …
Lettuce is a great crop for beginner or impatient gardeners, with some varieties ripening in as little as 30 days! Unlike fruits that clearly exhibit their ripeness with bright colors, lettuce ripeness is not as easily recognizable. So how can you tell when it is time to pick your lettuce, and how do you pick …
Propagating lettuce plants from a stem is an easy way to increase your stock. The process involves removing the bottom leaves from a stem and placing it in water, where they will root. Once rooted, you can transplant your new plant into soil. How to Propagate Lettuce Plants From a Stem Step 1: Remove the …
You can grow that major staple of the vegetable world – the lettuce plant – to form a delicious foundation for every salad, contribute the “L” to your bacon, lettuce, and tomato (BLT) sandwich, and provide the leafy base of keto-friendly tacos and wraps. Lovable lettuce offers so many uses in the kitchen! Planting a …
Lettuce can be used throughout the year in salads and it’s easy to grow. Lettuce is also a plant that can be harvested in different ways. Removing the entire head of lettuce is quick, but it can take several days to several weeks for a new head to grow back. It is also possible to …
Right outside of the garden shed, let me be the first to say that yes, you can definitely use coffee grounds to boost lettuce production in the garden. However, the kind of coffee grounds you use makes all the difference. But first, in the world of Lactuca sativa L. var. capitata, one thing is for …
Nature is a complex interweaving of living things struggling to survive and the environment changing in response to forces both small and large. The types of bugs in your garden can have a serious impact on their ability to thrive. When a hungry new species of bug moves into the area, your lettuce and other …
When I first started growing lettuce, I had a hard time keeping it from being eaten by birds. They would come in the middle of the day and peck at the leaves and buds. It was so frustrating! Eventually, I learned some tricks to keep them away from my lettuce plants. Here are seven ways …
Lettuce is a great crop for any gardener because it grows rather quickly, and there are tons of varieties to choose from. Lettuce, because of its delicate leaves and shallow roots, does require some extra TLC in comparison to other garden vegetables. Lettuce plants particularly need frequent watering and plenty of fertilizer. So what’s the …
Lettuce is a fast-growing leafy vegetable that comes in hundreds of varieties. While growing lettuce has its upsides, the tiny seeds and delicate seedlings can be challenged by the elements in the garden. The best way to grow lettuce in your garden for strong and hardy crops is to transplant your lettuce plants while they …
Lettuce is a relatively easy, and fast-growing crop. Because of the quick growth period, and endless varieties of lettuce, many gardeners enjoy making it an annual presence in their gardens. Lettuce however can be quite sensitive to the acidity of the soil they are grown in. Because of this, it’s important to keep a balanced …
During summertime, we might be tempted to sow our lettuce seedlings. Pesky bugs can make it difficult to keep your lettuce plants healthy and thriving. All lettuce varieties are easily grown, but most kinds are vulnerable to these insects, which harm the lettuce and can either destroy it fully or do damage that we can’t …
Growing lettuce in your garden is nearly instantly gratifying as it can grow to maturity in as little as 30 days. Lettuce is relatively low maintenance, and the varieties you can grow are limitless. Because of these and many more reasons, many gardeners love to add lettuce to their spring and fall crops. While lettuce …
Lettuce is a highly nutritious and highly resilient plant. There are many different varieties of lettuce you can grow to spice up your garden, and with a pretty quick payoff since lettuce grows relatively fast compared to other crops. While lettuce grows best in the cooler months of spring and fall, with a little extra …
You can grow lettuce in a raised bed or container. A raised bed is a garden bed that is built up above the ground, and the soil in these beds tends to be more fertile than that of the surrounding area. To grow lettuce in a raised bed, follow these 6 simple steps: 1. Select …
Lettuce is a fast-growing, and relatively simple crop to grow, which is why so many gardeners enjoy including it in their gardens. Lettuce comes in hundreds of different varieties with varying color and flavor profiles, making growing lettuce an adventure every time. While lettuce plants can vary, their needs are rather consistent across all types. …
Almost every delicacy prepared must include spices and herbs as the basis for cooking. The high cost of obtaining natural herbs and spices makes it more favorable for people to plant instead of constantly buying them from stores. For instance, did you know that you can grow and quickly harvest various herbs and spices in …
Planting lettuce seeds is a simple process that requires planting a few of the tiny seeds frequently. You plant a row or a little patch every one to two weeks during the springtime or autumn. This allows you to always have lettuce to reap throughout the favorable periods. Lettuce has a special place in our …