45-50 days. An heirloom lettuce from 1850’s and old standard as one of the earliest looseleaf varieties. Mid-size heads with large, ruffled leaves. Great choice as an early spring or fall variety due to its low tolerance for heat. Popular among home gardeners.
Our current seed stock was grown by Hank Keogh and Jo Erikson of Avoca Seed in Corvallis, OR. Avoca Seed is certified organic by Oregon Tilth. Photo by Hank Keogh.
Packet has 0.5 gr (~500) seeds
- Lactuca sativa
- Need for sun: 6-8 hrs
- Planting depth: 1/8″
- Sprouts in 7-10 days
- Ideal Growing Temperature: 60-80F
- Plant Spacing: 8″
- Frost hardy: Yes for light frost
- Growth habit: Looseleaf
- Growing tips: Sow seeds in seedling tray to transplant in early spring or fall for full size heads. Use Nitrogen-rich fertilizer for the best leaf growth. Water regularly. Keep sowing every two weeks for successive harvests. Most lettuce seeds except Batavian-type varieties can’t germinate well in high temperatures. Although there are bolt-resistant varieties, spring and fall are the best seasons to grow lettuce for best eating quality.
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