Green oakleaf lettuce - 150 seeds

150 x Green Oakleaf Lettuce Seeds

Green Oakleaf Lettuce is a tender and vibrant variety known for its attractive, ruffled leaves and mild, sweet flavor. Ideal for garden beds, containers, and salads, this lettuce adds a touch of elegance and freshness to your meals.

Unique Qualities:

• Attractive, ruffled leaves with a mild, sweet flavor
• Ideal for salads, sandwiches, and garnishes
• Adds a touch of elegance and freshness to meals
• Easy to grow and harvest

Growing Season:Green Oakleaf Lettuce thrives in cooler weather and should be planted in early spring or late summer. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Regular watering supports healthy growth and ensures a steady supply of fresh leaves.

Time to Harvest:Expect to begin harvesting Green Oakleaf Lettuce approximately 45-55 days after planting. The leaves are ready when they are tender, crisp, and well-formed. Harvest by cutting the outer leaves as needed, allowing the inner leaves to continue growing for a continuous supply of fresh, flavorful lettuce

Understanding the types of lettuce that exist

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  Leaf Lettuce:

  • Characteristics: Loose, non-heading leaves. Typically has a more tender texture and a milder flavor.
  • Varieties: 'oakleaf', 'sword leaf', 'lolla rossa' 

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  Romaine Lettuce (Cos Lettuce):
  

  • Characteristics: Crisp, elongated leaves with a firm, ribbed structure. Romaine lettuce is known for its sturdy texture and slightly sweet flavor.
  • Varieties: Includes the standard romaine, 'little gem' and 'paris white'

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  Butterhead Lettuce:

  • Characteristics: Forms a loose, soft head with tender, buttery-textured leaves. Known for its sweet, mild flavor.
  • Varieties: 'butterhead attraction' and 'marvel of 4 seasons'

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  Iceberg Lettuce:

  • Characteristics: Forms a tight, round head with crisp, pale green leaves. Known for its crunchy texture and mild flavor, though it is less nutrient-dense compared to other types.
  • Varieties: 'Crisp great lakes' and 'commander'

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  Batavia Lettuce:
  

• • Characteristics: Also known as French crisp or French butterhead, Batavia lettuce has a crispy texture with a mild flavor and is often used in gourmet salads.
  • Varieties: 'blonde de paris' 
  • The worst type of lettuce in my experience