DETAILS
Overview
This is the classic romaine. Its compact, dark green rosette of tall, upright leaves is slightly curly with white hearts and has a crisp, sweet flavor. Slow to bolt. Grows best in full sun, but will tolerate partial shade and even appreciates it in spring in hot climates.
Sun Exposure
I need at least 4 hours of afternoon sun but can go all day
Growing Season
Dimensions
Height: 8-12”
Width: 8-10”
Spacing: 6-8”
Matures
- 21 Days
Maintenance Notes
Pests to watch out for include aphids, slugs, and small green caterpillars.
Harvest leaves as soon as they’re large enough to eat. Pick baby leaves for salads, or wait for maturity. To extend the harvest, pick outer leaves first and allow center leaves to enlarge. For leaf lettuces, consider using a cut-and-come-again method. Cut the entire plant at the base, leaving a short stub to resprout. If harvesting frosted or frozen lettuce, allow leaves to thaw out before picking.