Lettuce Seeds - Leaf - Oakleaf

gardens.[split_description] Why You’ll Love It Beautiful Leaves: Deeply lobed oak-like leaves bring texture and interest to the garden. Mild & Tender Flavor: Sweet, crisp, and never bitter when harvested young. Continuous Harvest: Perfect for cut-and-come-again growing — harvest outer leaves while the plant keeps producing. Cool-Season Favorite: Thrives in spring and fall gardens, with good bolt resistance compared to other leaf lettuces. Plant Characteristics Height: 6–10 inches Growth Habit: Loose-leaf, open rosette with lobed leaves Leaf Type: Green, oak-shaped, tender leaves Days to Maturity: 40–55 days Hardiness: Cool-season annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Mild, sweet, and crisp without bitterness Culinary Uses: Excellent for fresh salads, sandwiches, garnishes, and baby greens Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Carrots, radishes, cucumbers, and strawberries Avoid Planting Near: Cabbage and parsley, which may compete for nutrients Bonus Benefit: Loose leaves shade soil, helping suppress weeds and retain moisture Common Issues and Solutions Bolting: Plant in cooler weather and provide light shade in summer to extend harvest. Slugs & Snails: Use diatomaceous earth or hand-pick in early morning. Aphids: Spray with a gentle stream of water or use insecticidal soap. Seeds Per Packet 1g Approximately 240 2g Approximately 720