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Lactuca sativa 'Green Leaf'
Lettuce, Green Leaf
Excellent tolerance to hot weather, bolting, and tip burn. Medium-size heads with very good flavor.
- Classic loose-leaf lettuce for repeated picking
- Mild fresh flavor with tender crunch
- Easy cut-and-come-again harvest habit
- Ideal for salads, sandwiches, and garden snacking
- Category: Vegetables
- Hardiness Zone: 3-10
- Height: 6-12 in
- Spread: 8-12 in
- Spacing: 8 in
- Temperature: 25 to 85°F
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Lactuca sativa 'Green Leaf'
Lettuce grows best in cool weather with full sun to light shade and evenly moist soil. Succession sow every 1–2 weeks for continuous harvest. Use afternoon shade in warm spells and harvest often to keep leaves tender.