LETTUCE – Drunken Woman

LETTUCE: DRUNKEN WOMAN

(LACTUCA SATIVA)

A loose-leaf Italian heirloom that’s gorgeously green/pink with ruffled leaves.

Pick the outer leaves to extend harvest.

Slow to bolt.

Sweet and tender.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: JAN – DEC

Temperate: JAN – DEC

Sub – Tropical: MAR – OCT

Tropical: APR – AUG

Arid: MAR – NOV

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6 – 7.5

Well-drained soil.

Good humus levels.

Add compost.

GROWING TIPS

Direct sow preferable- 5mm deep (light dependant germination).

Space 25cm apart.

Keep well-watered, drying out leads to early bolting.

Sow every 2 weeks for a continuous harvest.

DAYS TO HARVEST

50 Days

APPROX 100 SEED