Lactuca sativa var. acephala
leaf lettuce
Common names: cut lettuce, leaf salad
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Description
Lactuca sativa var. acephala is a leaf lettuce that does not form a head but instead produces an open rosette of individual leaves. The leaves are harvested one at a time, rather than cutting the whole plant, allowing a continuous supply of fresh greens over many weeks.
Care instructions
Plant densely directly in the garden bed. Harvest the outer leaves continuously as soon as they reach about a hand's length; the plant will regrow the heart repeatedly. Keep the soil consistently moist to maintain mild, tender leaves, as dryness makes them bitter. Sow a small transplant every two to three weeks to ensure a steady supply throughout the summer.
Companion planting
Good neighbours
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Diseases & pests
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Arion vulgaris
Arion vulgaris
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