Lettuce 'Naples Cabbage'

Lettuce 'Naples Cabbage' (Lactuca sativa) – Offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine

'Naples Cabbage' lettuce , also known as 'Webb's Wonderful' , is a beautiful variety of Batavia , known for its voluminous shape reminiscent of a headed cabbage . Its thick, curly, crunchy leaves provide a crisp, refreshing texture, perfect for summer salads .

This old variety, originally from England , is slow to bolt , making it an ideal choice for extended summer crops . Its excellent heat resistance and vigorous growth make it a reliable and generous lettuce in the vegetable garden.

Characteristics of the variety

Type : Batavia lettuce
Foliage : Bright green, wide and wavy
Size : Forms a large compact pompom
Texture : Crunchy and resistant
Flavor : Mild and slightly sweet
Tolerance : Very slow to bolt
Maturity : Harvest after 60 days
Use : Salads, sandwiches, garnishes
Origin : Old English variety
Quantity per sachet : ±300 seeds

Cultivation method

?? Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
?? Sowing :
• Indoors in April for an early harvest
• Directly in open ground from May
• August sowing for fall production
?? Sowing depth : 6 mm
?? Ideal germination temperature : 8-15°C
? Germination time : 7 to 12 days
?? Spacing : 30 cm between plants
?? Watering : Regular, maintain constant humidity
?? Maintenance : Mulching recommended to preserve humidity and limit seeding

Thanks to its vigorous growth and resistance to hot temperatures , 'Naples Cabbage' lettuce is perfect for summer and autumn crops , guaranteeing abundant and prolonged harvests .

Use and special features

?? A large and crunchy lettuce
Ideal for gourmet salads, burgers and well-filled sandwiches .

?? Tolerant and productive
Very slow to go to seed , it is easy to grow all summer long .

?? A long-lasting harvest
Pick leaf by leaf or harvest the whole apple for a productive and generous vegetable garden .