Oakleaf Lettuce Seeds (Green & Red) – Heirloom Variety for Home Gardens

Add vibrant color and fresh flavor to your garden with Oakleaf Lettuce seeds (Green & Red). This heirloom variety produces deeply lobed, oak-shaped leaves in shades of bright green and red, making it a stunning and nutritious addition to salads. Known for its tender texture and mild, slightly nutty flavor, Oakleaf Lettuce thrives in cool seasons and offers repeated harvests through the growing period.

Features:

1. Variety: Oakleaf (Green & Red)
2. Type: Heirloom, loose-leaf lettuce
3. Leaf Shape: Deeply lobed, oak-like leaves
4. Leaf Color: Combination of green and red shades
5. Flavor: Mild, tender, and slightly nutty
6. Texture: Crisp and delicate
7. Growth Habit: Compact, loose rosette form
8. Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
9. Suitable For: Kitchen gardens, raised beds, and containers

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO, heirloom lettuce seeds
2. Planting Season: Early spring or late summer for best results
3. Zones: USDA Zones 4–9
4. Planting Depth: 0.25 inch (6 mm)
5. Spacing: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) between plants; 12 inches (30 cm) between rows
6. Germination Time: 7–14 days
7. Days to Harvest: 45–60 days after sowing
8. Soil Type: Loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
9. Soil pH: 6.0–7.0
10. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
11. Maintenance: Thin seedlings to ensure air circulation; harvest outer leaves regularly for extended yield

Planting Guide:

• Sow seeds directly in the garden after frost danger has passed or start indoors 4–6 weeks early.
• Keep soil moist during germination and early growth.
• Thin seedlings once they reach 2 inches tall to allow adequate spacing.
• Harvest individual leaves as needed or entire heads when mature.
• For best flavor, grow during cooler months and provide shade in hot weather.

Benefits:

1. Produces tender, flavorful leaves in green and red hues
2. Easy-to-grow heirloom lettuce for continuous harvest
3. Ideal for gourmet salads and fresh kitchen dishes
4. Suitable for both small and large garden spaces
5. Grows well in containers, raised beds, or traditional soil gardens