Speckled leaf lettuce made its way to the U.S. via the Netherlands and then Canada in the very tail end of the 18th century. And are we glad it did! This Amish loose-leaf variety has gorgeous, apple-green leaves that are speckled with flecks of deep red, making it a stellar example of how a lettuce can really beautify a garden, and later your favorite salads. Its sweet, buttery taste is amazing too. The heads are small in size so the leaves stay petite and sweet, and you can pick leaves as you need them or harvest the whole head at once. For optimal freshness and flavor, pick your leaves in the morning when they're cool, crisp, and full of moisture.
More InformationSKU | DL013858 |
Item Package Size | Packet |
Weight Of Seeds Per Packet | 0.04 oz |
Seeds Per Packet | approx. 1510 seeds per packet |
Botanical Name | Lactuca sativa |
Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
Planting Depth | 1/8-1/4 inch |
Seed Spacing | 1-3 inches |
Row Spacing | 12-18 inches |
Space After Thinning | 10-16 inches |
Days To Germinate | 5-15 days |
Days To Maturity | 45-55 |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Growth Habit | Harvest as needed, or all at once. |
Certifications | Heirloom |
Advantages | Good For Containers, Ornamental, Grow In Greenhouse, Grow On Windowsill, Edible, Grow With Children |
Additional Information | Landreth's Original |
Ships As | Seed |
Ships To Canada | Yes |