{"product_id":"mk-laitue-romaine-sur-ruban","title":"Romaine lettuce on ribbon","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-693d5a9f-5484-832d-84fc-9ab6887421f4-16\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-166\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"73e6dbd0-7515-45cf-be18-56ceb829c829\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"streaming-animation markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"379\"\u003e Romaine lettuce on ribbon (Lactuca sativa) from McKenzie Seeds, a crisp and reliable romaine for classic salads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eMcKenzie romaine lettuce forms \u003cstrong data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"443\"\u003ebeautiful, elongated heads\u003c\/strong\u003e composed of \u003cstrong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"488\"\u003elong, ribbed leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"524\"\u003efirm, crisp texture\u003c\/strong\u003e . The slightly sturdier, \u003cstrong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"565\"\u003edark green outer leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e protect a \u003cstrong data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"624\"\u003epaler, tender, and juicy heart\u003c\/strong\u003e . This typical structure gives romaine \u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eexcellent shelf life\u003c\/strong\u003e , both in the garden and in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eA heritage variety prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"833\"\u003emore pronounced flavor than curly lettuce\u003c\/strong\u003e , it is recognized as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"906\"\u003ebenchmark lettuce for Caesar salad\u003c\/strong\u003e . Presented \u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eon tape\u003c\/strong\u003e , it allows for \u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"968\"\u003epre-spaced, regular, and clean sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e , greatly reducing the need for thinning. As with all tapes, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003econsistent moisture\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential during germination. The crop is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003esafe for bees\u003c\/strong\u003e and beneficial to pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chives, Onion, Garlic, Oregano, Peas, Radish, Basil, Zinnia\u003cbr data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eEnemy plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e —\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eSpread\/carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, elongated (Roman type)\u003cbr data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 to 35 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eSeed producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e McKenzie\u003cbr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom\u003cbr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed on tape, crisp leaves, ideal for Caesar salad, safe for bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green to light green\u003cbr data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, crisp leaves with a clean taste\u003cbr data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good tolerance to cool temperatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eSow \u003cstrong data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003edirectly outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e once the soil has warmed up and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eall risk of frost has passed\u003c\/strong\u003e . The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eoptimal soil temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination is between \u003cstrong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003e5 and 27°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . Prepare \u003cstrong data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eloose, rich, and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2451\"\u003eMake shallow furrows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e1.3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, spaced \u003cstrong data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003e30 to 45 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Tear the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003eseed tape\u003c\/strong\u003e , place it in the furrow, water thoroughly, then cover with about \u003cstrong data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e1.3 cm of soil\u003c\/strong\u003e . Water gently again. It is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2357\"\u003eessential to keep the soil consistently moist\u003c\/strong\u003e , but not soggy, throughout the germination period, which usually lasts \u003cstrong data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003e7 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003e Carry out \u003cstrong data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003esuccessive sowings every 3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e , from spring until \u003cstrong data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003eAugust\u003c\/strong\u003e , to ensure a continuous harvest of fresh lettuce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2773\"\u003eRomaine lettuce prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2695\"\u003efull sun to partial sun (level 2 to 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003eregular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e , equivalent to about \u003cstrong data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003e5 cm of water per week\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2802\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2804\" data-end=\"3057\"\u003e Harvesting typically begins \u003cstrong data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003e65 to 85 days after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e . Harvest the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"2897\"\u003eentire head\u003c\/strong\u003e when it is well-formed, or trim the outer leaves as needed to prolong production. The leaves are best \u003cstrong data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003eeaten fresh and crisp\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3141\"\u003e Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container to preserve the texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3143\" data-end=\"3166\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3168\" data-end=\"3344\"\u003e • Classic Caesar Salad\u003cbr data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003e • Crunchy and composed salads\u003cbr data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003e • Sandwich and wrap fillings\u003cbr data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3267\"\u003e • Container gardening and family vegetable gardens \u003cbr data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3309\"\u003e• Successive harvests throughout the summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3346\" data-end=\"3631\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3349\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003eMcKenzie romaine lettuce tape\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3436\"\u003esimple, clean, and efficient\u003c\/strong\u003e solution for producing \u003cstrong data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3500\"\u003ecrisp, flavorful, and consistent\u003c\/strong\u003e lettuce. 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