Lettuce 'Royal Oakleaf'
Lactuca sativa
S141
Listed in 1771, the thick sweet midribs withstand the heat better than any other loose leaf lettuce. Picking the outer leaves first will extend the harvest. With a slightly spicy flavour, use ‘Royal Oakleaf to invigorate your summer salads'.
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Product information
First listed in 1771, the thick sweet midribs withstand the heat better than any other loose leaf lettuce. Picking the outer leaves will extend the harvest.
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Product Information
First listed in 1771, the thick sweet midribs withstand the heat better than any other loose leaf lettuce. Picking the outer leaves will extend the harvest.How to grow
The best lettuces are grown fast. Grow them in beds that have just been vacated by peas or beans as all leaf crops, especially lettuce, enjoy plenty of nitrogen. Loose soil with plenty of organic matter will retain moisture and added potash will see them grow without check. Premature bolting and subsequent bitterness is usually the result of stress caused by poor transplanting techniques, damage to their shallow roots, lack of fertilizer or lack of water during hot periods. Mulch well to conserve moisture.
Growing information
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Seed sowing
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Seed count:
120
Sow method:
Sow in punnets
Germination:
90
Sow distance:
20cm
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Seed sowing times
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Cool:
Jan-Dec
Warm:
Jan-Dec
Hot:
Mar-Nov
Sub-tropical:
Mar-Oct
Tropical:
Apr-Aug
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| Growing needs |
Light:
Full Sun
Water:
Regular watering
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Plant characteristics
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Type:
Hardy Annual
Height:
20cm
Width:
20cm
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