Lettuce Lactuca sativa vegetable seeds for planting in kitchen garden or raised backyard beds

Lettuce Seeds – Lactuca Sativa, Fresh Vegetable Variety

Grow your own fresh, crisp lettuce (Lactuca sativa) with these high-quality vegetable seeds, perfect for kitchen gardens or raised backyard beds. These non-GMO seeds are easy to cultivate and provide tender, flavorful leaves ideal for salads, sandwiches, and fresh garnishes. Suitable for gardeners of all levels, these lettuce seeds thrive in sunny locations with fertile, well-drained soil.

Features

1. Produces crisp, tender, and flavorful leaves
2. Non-GMO, high-quality vegetable seeds
3. Ideal for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and small backyard plots
4. Easy to grow for beginners and experienced gardeners
5. Perfect for fresh salads and home-grown healthy meals

Specifications

1. Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
2. Common Name: Lettuce
3. Seed Type: Non-GMO, Vegetable
4. Plant Type: Leafy Green
5. Plant Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
6. Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
7. Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile, organic-rich soil
8. Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
9. Spacing: 6–12 inches apart
10. Sowing Season: Early Spring or Late Summer for cool-season growth
11. Harvesting Time: 30–60 days depending on variety
12. USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10
13. Germination Time: 7–14 days
14. Temperature for Germination: 60–75°F (15–24°C)
15. Fertilizer: Light feeding with balanced organic fertilizer

Planting Guide

1. Prepare the Soil: Enrich garden beds or raised beds with compost.
2. Sow the Seeds: Scatter or plant seeds ¼–½ inch deep, spacing 6–12 inches apart.
3. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging.
4. Sunlight: Provide 4–6 hours of sunlight daily; partial shade works in hot climates.
5. Maintenance: Thin seedlings to avoid overcrowding and encourage healthy growth.
6. Harvesting: Pick outer leaves regularly or harvest the whole plant when mature.