Lettuce

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£8.95
Edible
Leafy Green

Looking to buy lettuce plants online? Our top-quality lettuce plants (Lactuca sativa) for sale are perfect for both indoor and outdoor gardens. Whether you're searching for winter lettuce plants for sale or lettuce starter plants, we have the ideal options to suit your gardening needs.

Key Features

  • Easy-to-grow lettuce plants
  • Ideal for urban gardening
  • Provides fresh, crisp greens
  • High-quality and sustainable
  • Suitable for all skill levels

Planting Instructions

  1. Choose the Right Spot: Select a location with at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
  2. Prepare the Soil: Use well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8.
  3. Sow the Seeds: Plant lettuce seeds directly in the garden or use lettuce starter plants for quicker growth.
  4. Water Regularly: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
  5. Thin the Plants: Once seedlings are a few inches tall, thin them to allow adequate space for growth.

Care Tips

  • Sunlight: Ensure your lettuce receives ample sunlight but provide partial shade during hot weather.
  • Soil Moisture: Maintain steady moisture levels to prevent bolting.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer every few weeks to promote healthy growth.
  • Pest Control: Monitor for common pests like aphids and snails, and take appropriate measures if needed.

Benefits

Enhance your gardening experience with our reliable lettuce plants. Enjoy fresh, nutritious greens harvested right from your garden, perfect for salads, sandwiches, and more. Our sustainable practices ensure that you're contributing to an eco-friendly environment while growing your own food.

Specifications

  • Harvest Time: 4-6 weeks
  • Pack Sizes: Available in various pack sizes to suit your garden space
  • Varieties: Multiple lettuce types available, each offering unique flavours and textures

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Details

Lettuce is a cool-weather crop that produces crisp, fresh leaves perfect for salads and other dishes. These easy-to-grow plants thrive in garden beds, raised beds, or containers. With proper care, lettuce can be harvested regularly, making it a great choice for home gardeners. Ideal for early spring or autumn planting, lettuce will provide a continuous supply of fresh greens throughout the growing season.

  • Produces crisp, fresh leaves perfect for salads and sandwiches
  • Thrives in cool weather with well-drained soil
  • Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers
  • Fast-growing and perfect for continuous harvesting

What's Included

Plugs: Healthy, young plug plants with strong roots. Perfect for planting directly in your garden beds or containers, these plugs will give you a head start on the growing season.

Packs: Ready-to-plant lettuce packs, each containing 12 or 24 plants, ideal for direct planting in your garden beds or containers.

Delivery & Guarantee

Fast & Secure Delivery: We ship orders the same or next day, ensuring fast delivery via tracked Royal Mail or Parcel Force for larger items.

Shipping is FREE on all orders £60+

Bespoke & Secure Packaging: Our plants travel in custom packaging we've perfected over the years, arriving in excellent condition, thoroughly inspected, trimmed, and prepped.

100% Happiness Guarantee: Not happy with your purchase? We offer a full refund or replacement, even if you just change your mind, along with easy returns and prepaid postage.

Care Information

Sunlight Full Sun
Position Sheltered
Soil Well drained soil
Planting Time Year round
Moisture Moderate
Hardiness Fully hardy
Growth Rate Medium
Spacing 30cm
Height and Spread 30cm x 30cm
Annual or Perennial Annual

What You Need To Know About “Lettuce”

Plant Information
How To Plant
Plant Care

Lettuce plants are an essential vegetable for any kitchen garden. With their crisp, tender leaves and fast-growing nature, they provide a fresh, nutritious addition to salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. Lettuce thrives in cooler weather and grows well in garden beds, raised beds, or containers, making it easy to cultivate in any space.

  • Thrives in cool weather and well-drained soil
  • Produces crisp, fresh lettuce leaves
  • Ideal for continuous harvesting
  • Perfect for growing in containers, garden beds, or raised beds

Lettuce plants are an essential vegetable for any kitchen garden. With their crisp, tender leaves and fast-growing nature, they provide a fresh, nutritious addition to salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. Lettuce thrives in cooler weather and grows well in garden beds, raised beds, or containers, making it easy to cultivate in any space.

  • Thrives in cool weather and well-drained soil
  • Produces crisp, fresh lettuce leaves
  • Ideal for continuous harvesting
  • Perfect for growing in containers, garden beds, or raised beds
Planting Time: Early Spring to Late Summer
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant: Garden Beds - Containers
Growing Location: Garden - Patio - Balcony
Planting Time: Early Spring to Late Summer
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant: Garden Beds - Containers
Growing Location: Garden - Patio - Balcony

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for lettuce plants?

Lettuce thrives in partial shade to full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. It needs consistent watering, especially during dry periods.

When should I plant lettuce?

Plant lettuce in early spring or late summer, as it prefers cooler temperatures. Succession planting every two weeks ensures a continuous harvest.

How do I harvest lettuce?

Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut the entire plant when fully grown. Avoid cutting too close to the base to encourage regrowth.

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