Lolla Biondi Lettuce , VEGETABLE SEEDS

by Lettuce

$ 1.99

SKU P15691S

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1000 SEEDS

1/4 OZ SEEDS

1 OZ SEEDS

1/4 LB SEEDS

1 LB SEEDS

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Lolla Biondi Lettuce has a mild flavor and very pliable leaves, despite the crunchy stem. Their uneven ruffled surfaces and tender yet crisp texture add layers of interest to salads. Because the leaves are so large, it's best to tear them up into bite-size pieces. Lolla Biondi is very similar to its Lolla Rossa relative, but its leaves are vibrant green rather than deep red

Sowing: Lettuce grows well in cool weather, so the first crop can be direct sown when the soil temperature reaches at least 35 degrees F, or as soon as the soil can be worked. If the soil temperature rises above 75 degrees F, the seeds become dormant. Direct sow heirloom Lolla Rosso darky leaf lettuce seeds in rich soil and full sun, spreading them as thinly as possible in rows 1-2' apart; when the seedlings begin to grow, thin them to a distance of 6-8". Succession crops can be grown for fresh lettuce all season in areas with cool summers or warm winters; this is accomplished by planting a new crop every 2 weeks. For companion planting benefits, grow lettuce with onions, cucumbers, or carrots.

Growing: Since lettuce has very shallow roots, it needs adequate moisture in order to stay tender and sweet; keep the soil evenly moist. Applying mulch helps conserve moisture and control weeds.

Harvesting: Lettuce retains its crisp sweetness best when harvested in the morning. For microgreens, cut the entire plant above the surface of the soil as soon as it reaches a height of 2-3". Most types of lettuce will produce a second or even third crop after being cut, if the weather stays temperate; Lolla Rosso grows rather slowly, allowing for a longer harvest. Leaves of lettuce can be gathered all season until the main stem of the plant starts to grow, at which time the leaves will grow bitter. To harvest the entire plant when mature, cut it just above the surface of the soil; lettuce tastes best when fresh, but keeps in the refrigerator for about a week.

Seed Saving: As the days of summer begin to lengthen, the lettuce will bolt, or send up a stalk. To avoid selecting negative traits, gather seed from the plants that are slow to bolt. After the stalk flowers and produces pods, the pods will turn light brown and split open; in order to prevent seed loss, shake the head of the stalk into a bag every day. Alternatively, some seed savers remove the entire plant when most of the pods are ready for harvest, and hang it upside down to dry in a protected location. Shake the seeds from the pods or crush the pods in your hands. The seed will have white "feathers" on them that can be removed by rubbing the seed on a fine mesh screen. Store heirloom Lolla Rosso darky leaf lettuce seeds in a cool, dry place for 2-3 years.

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