{"product_id":"mk-laitue-grand-rapide","title":"'Grand Rapids' Lettuce","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e Organic 'Grand Rapids' lettuce (Lactuca sativa) from McKenzie seed company, an ultra-early leaf lettuce, sweet and crisp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e'Grand Rapids' lettuce is \u003cstrong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"466\"\u003ethe best-known and most widely cultivated leaf lettuce\u003c\/strong\u003e , prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eexceptionally rapid growth\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"567\"\u003enaturally crisp texture\u003c\/strong\u003e . It produces medium to large, \u003cstrong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eupright, crinkled\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"609\"\u003elight green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"701\"\u003emild, delicate flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e . The leaves remain tender and flavorful, making it ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eearly, frequent, and repeated harvests\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eA tried-and-tested heirloom variety, 'Grand Rapids' is \u003cstrong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eparticularly prized for its remarkable earliness\u003c\/strong\u003e , while being \u003cstrong data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eslower to bolt\u003c\/strong\u003e than many other lettuces, allowing for a longer growing season in spring and early summer. Grown from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003eopen-pollinated seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e , it offers great flexibility in sowing and adapts well to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003etraditional vegetable gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eraised beds\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003econtainers\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its cultivation is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003esafe for bees\u003c\/strong\u003e and contributes positively to the presence of pollinators in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Chives, onion, garlic, oregano, peas, radish, basil, zinnia\u003cbr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : None\u003cbr data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Loose leaves, upright habit\u003cbr data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 20 to 30 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eSeed producer\u003c\/strong\u003e : McKenzie\u003cbr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eSeed type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Heirloom\u003cbr data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003ePhysical type of seed\u003c\/strong\u003e : Seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1707\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eQuantity per pack\u003c\/strong\u003e : —\u003cbr data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Ultra-early, curled leaves, tolerates light heat and light frosts, resistant to tip burn\u003cbr data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Light green \u003cbr data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Crispy, tender, and slightly sweet leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Good tolerance to cool temperatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003eSow directly outdoors once the soil has warmed up and all risk of frost has passed. Germination is optimal when the soil temperature is between \u003cstrong data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003e5 and 27°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . Prepare \u003cstrong data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eloose, rich, and well-drained\u003c\/strong\u003e soil, then sow the seeds approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003e1.3 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in rows spaced \u003cstrong data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003e30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Water gently after sowing and keep the soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eevenly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e , but not waterlogged, throughout germination, which usually occurs in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003e7 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Once the seedlings are well established, thin them as needed to encourage good growth. 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Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container to maintain freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3338\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3513\"\u003e Fresh and crisp salads. Sandwich and wrap filling. Fast growing in containers. Successive harvests throughout the season. Family and urban gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3822\"\u003eMcKenzie's 'Grand Rapids' lettuce remains an \u003cstrong data-start=\"3574\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003eabsolute benchmark\u003c\/strong\u003e , combining \u003cstrong data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3671\"\u003espeed, ease of cultivation, and consistent flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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