55 – 65 days. This lettuce strain takes 40 days. Recommended by Utah State University. These non-GMO Oakleaf seeds are recommended by Utah State University and grow into green, leaves of lettuce that are ready to harvest in just 40 days. The Oakleaf can tolerate colder temperatures. The leaves of the Oakleaf have a mildly sweet flavor. Approx. 16,000 seeds/oz.
Growing Oakleaf Lettuce Garden Seeds
- Latin Name: lactuca sativa
- Seed Type: Annual
- Sow Indoors or Outdoors: Outdoors
- Days to Maturity: 55 – 65 days
- Hardiness Zone: 3 – 9
- Planting Depth: 1/8"
- Plant Spacing: 1"
- Row Spacing: 16 – 18"
- Growth Habit: Mound
- Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained
- Temp Preference: Warmer
- Light Preference: Full sun or partial shade
- Diseases/pests/problems:Lettuce that is crowded while growing will have a bitter taste.
- Color: Green
- Flavor: Mildly sweet
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Seeds Per Package:
- 1 g - Approximately 900 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 25,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 100,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 400,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 2,000,000 Seeds
Start by sowing the non-GMO seeds 1/8 inch in soil, in thin rows one to two inches apart. Make sure to allow enough space between seeds for the lettuce to grow, as overcrowding can cause the lettuce to have a bitter taste. Firm the soil lightly. While growing, keep the soil well watered. Harvest 40 days after planting..