Mesclun lettuce on a ribbon
description
Mesclun lettuce on a ribbon (Lactuca sativa), offered by the seed company WH Perron
Mesclun ribbon lettuce is a typically European mix , composed of a careful selection of leaf lettuces offering a wide variety of shapes, colors, and textures . The leaves, with their varying shades of green, are tender , fresh , and have a deliciously balanced flavor when harvested young. This mesclun brings as much visual pleasure to the vegetable garden as it does elegance to the plate, ideal for rich and refined salads.
Thanks to the pre-sown seed tape , cultivation is simple and precise: the seeds are already arranged at the correct density, eliminating the need for thinning and ensuring uniform germination. This lettuce is perfect for gardeners seeking a quick, abundant, and continuous harvest . Regularly cutting the young leaves prolongs production and delays bolting.
Latin name: Lactuca sativa
Maturity: Annual
Type: Mesclun
Maturity after sowing: Approximately 28 days
Color: Mixture of greens
Quantity per packet: Approximately 420 seeds
Ribbon length: 6 meters
Formulation: Untreated, ribbon seeds
Uses: Fresh salads, young leaves
Companion plants: Garlic, artichoke, beetroot, chervil, curly endive, cabbage, kohlrabi, cucumber, shallot, strawberry, lettuce, onion, turnip, parsnip, pea, radish, salsify
Nefarious plants: Celery, celeriac, parsley
Cultivation method:
Mesclun lettuce on tape is sown directly in the garden as soon as the soil can be worked. Place the pre-seeded tape in a shallow furrow, moisten it, then cover it with a thin layer of potting soil . Water gently after planting. The biodegradable tape ensures even sowing, without waste or overcrowding.
This plant prefers rich, well-drained soil , full sun , and consistent moisture . Adding compost, well-rotted manure, or a nitrogen-rich fertilizer promotes rapid growth and tender foliage. Mulching is recommended to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Harvest :
Harvest the young, tender leaves , ideally early in the morning , as they grow. This gradual harvesting method extends the harvest, preserves excellent flavor, and delays bolting (going to seed ).
Quick, convenient and delicious!
With its rapid growth, diverse textures , and the simplicity of sowing on tape, mesclun lettuce is a must-have in the vegetable garden. Easy to grow and generous in its harvest, it offers freshness, variety, and elegance to every salad, from spring to summer.
