• Freshly harvested Sandy oakleaf lettuce Laitue de l'oakleaf de sable fraîchement récoltée
  • Lush Sandy leaf lettuce in the garden Laitue de feuille de sable luxuriante dans le jardin
  • Vibrant Sandy green leaf lettuce Laitue de feuille verte de sable vibrante
  • Healthy Sandy lettuce leaves Des feuilles de laitue sandy saines
  • Homegrown Sandy oakleaf lettuce Homegrown Sandy oakleaf laitue
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Leaf Lettuce: Sandy Seeds

Leaf Lettuce: Sandy Seeds

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Sandy, the groundbreaking lettuce sensation, has become the first lettuce variety in thirty years to achieve top honors. With a maturity period ranging from 30 to 50 days from direct sow, Sandy boasts an impressive pedigree as an All-America Selections (AAS) Winner in 2015.

This extraordinary accomplishment underscores Sandy's remarkable attributes, notably its exquisite oakleaf (green leaf) appearance characterized by ruffled bright green leaves densely packed in whorls. Standing at a compact size of approximately 25 to 30 centimeters in height and width, Sandy offers versatility, thriving equally well in flowerpots on patios or in garden beds.

Gardeners are certain to admire Sandy's exceptional resilience and flavor. Renowned for its slow bolting tendencies, Sandy maintains its texture and taste even during prolonged periods of heat, with no hint of bitterness typically associated with other lettuce varieties. Furthermore, Sandy exhibits remarkable resistance to common ailments such as powdery mildew, downy mildew, and tip burn, making it an ideal choice for regions with extended hot summers.

Planting Sandy is a breeze, whether directly sown into the garden in early spring or started indoors for an earlier harvest. For those seeking a fall crop, late summer is the perfect time to begin planting. Sandy can be grown in single rows with plants spaced 45 centimeters apart or cultivated in containers, offering gardeners flexibility in their cultivation methods.

    How To Grow

    Sowing and Growing Leaf lettuce prefers to be sown directly into well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. Plant the seeds approximately 1 centimeter deep and 15 to 20 centimeters apart. Keep the soil consistently moist and provide adequate sunlight, ideally around 18 to 24 degrees Celsius. As the lettuce grows, thin the seedlings to allow proper spacing for optimal development. With proper care, leaf lettuce will mature and be ready for harvest in about 30 to 45 days.

    Harvesting

    When harvesting leaf lettuce, begin by selecting the outer leaves for consumption, allowing the inner leaves to continue growing. Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut the leaves at the base, leaving the plant to produce more leaves for future harvests.

    Seed Saving

    To save seeds from leaf lettuce, allow some plants to bolt and produce flowers. Once the flowers have faded and small, fluffy seed heads have formed, carefully collect the seeds by shaking them into a container. Ensure the seeds are fully dry before storing them in a cool, dry place for future planting.

    Extra Facts

    Planting Methods: Sow Leaf Lettuce Sandy Seeds directly into the soil, burying them approximately 1 centimeter deep.

    Blooming Season: Leaf lettuce typically does not bloom, as it is grown for its foliage rather than its flowers.

    Planting Season: Plant Leaf Lettuce Sandy Seeds in the early spring or late summer when temperatures range between 15 to 25 degrees Celsius.

    Latin Name/USDA Zones: The Latin name for Leaf Lettuce is Lactuca sativa. It thrives in USDA Zones 2 to 11.

    Sunlight Required/ Height: Leaf Lettuce Sandy Seeds require full sunlight and can grow to a height of 15 to 20 centimeters.

    Shelf Life After Test Date: The shelf life of Leaf Lettuce Sandy Seeds after the test date varies but typically ranges from 1 to 2 years when stored properly.

    Seed Type: Leaf Lettuce Sandy Seeds are open-pollinated seeds.

    Soil Type: Leaf Lettuce Sandy Seeds prefer well-drained sandy soil for optimal growth.

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