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Bionda Ortolani Romaine Lettuce Seeds
Lactuca sativa
Bionda Ortolani is an Italian romaine with crisp green leaves, a tender cream-white heart and a mild flavour. Grow fresh romaine heads for salads that highlight crunch and a tender centre. Keep the rosettes evenly watered and harvest before bolting.
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Common nameRomaine lettuce
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusLactuca
Speciessativa
CultivarBionda Ortolani
Typelettuce
Botanical nameLactuca sativa
Bionda Ortolani Romaine Lettuce Seeds (Lactuca sativa) Bionda Ortolani is an Italian romaine with crisp green leaves, a tender cream-white heart and a mild flavour. Grow fresh romaine heads for salads that highlight crunch and a tender centre.
Sow in spring as soon as soil can be worked, then in successions during cool weather. Sow about 3 mm deep and barely cover the seed. Keep the seedbed evenly moist through emergence. Allow 15 to 30 cm depending on type. Provide sun to partial shade and avoid standing water. A germination temperature of 16 to 20°C is appropriate for this crop. Thin crowded seedlings early and harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting.
Keep the rosettes evenly watered and harvest before bolting. Harvest developed romaine heads while the inner leaves remain tender.
In the garden
- Exposure
- Sun to partial shade
- Life cycle
- Annual
Sowing guide
Sowing & germination
Sowing depth
3 mm, barely covered
Spacing / density
15 to 30 cm, depending on the type
Germination temperature
16 to 20°C
Sowing period
Sow in spring as soon as soil can be worked, then in successions during cool weather
Propagation
Seed
Growing method
Prepare a clean seedbed or containers with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Sow in spring as soon as soil can be worked, then in successions during cool weather. Sow about 3 mm deep and barely cover the seed unless the packet gives a more specific direction. Use the following spacing as the crop develops: 15 to 30 cm depending on type. Keep the medium evenly moist during emergence without leaving it saturated. Provide sun to partial shade and good air movement. Thin crowded seedlings early so the remaining plants develop without unnecessary competition. Harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting them outdoors after the appropriate frost date. Maintain even moisture and keep the seedbed cool.
Soil and care
Soil & care
Soil pH
6.0 to 7.0
Watering
Maintain even moisture and keep the seedbed cool. Check moisture at soil level instead of watering only by schedule. Water gently during germination so seeds are not displaced, then direct irrigation toward the root zone. Avoid standing water and adjust frequency after rain.
Soil type
‘Bionda Ortolani’ romaine lettuce performs best in fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Loosen compacted ground before sowing and remove large stones or persistent weeds. Mature compost may improve poor soil, but avoid creating a heavy or waterlogged seedbed.
Fertilization
Prepare the soil with mature compost when fertility is low. A light, balanced fertilizer may be used according to its label, but excessive feeding can cause weak or unbalanced growth. Observe leaf colour and plant development before adding more nutrients. Water after any application.
Seasonal care
At sowing time, prepare fertile, moist, well-drained soil and follow this timing: Sow in spring as soon as soil can be worked, then in successions during cool weather. Keep the surface moist until emergence, label the row, and thin seedlings according to the recommended spacing. During active growth, provide sun to partial shade and monitor soil moisture, weeds, and leaf condition. Maintain even moisture and keep the seedbed cool. In warm or windy weather, check containers and exposed beds more frequently. Remove damaged material and keep enough space for air circulation. At harvest or after flowering, use clean tools and clear unhealthy debris. Healthy residue may be composted where appropriate. At the end of the season, clean containers and tools, record useful observations, and store remaining seed in a cool, dry, dark place.
Container growing
Container growing
A sufficiently wide container makes the leaves easy to reach.
Bloom and dimensions
Size, flowering & harvest
Mature height
25 to 30 cm (10–12 in)
Width / spread
25 to 36 cm (10–14 in)
Harvest
Harvest developed romaine heads while the inner leaves remain tender.
Garden associations
Companion plants & uses
Companion plants
Radishes or lettuce can border these greens when their seasonal growing needs are compatible.
Other recommended plants
KS Attraction Lettuce; Cherry Belle Radish; Regina Queen No. 2 Lettuce
Garden use
Grow fresh romaine heads for salads that highlight crunch and a tender centre. Harvest developed romaine heads while the inner leaves remain tender.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
How should ‘Bionda Ortolani’ romaine lettuce be sown?
Sow in spring as soon as soil can be worked, then in successions during cool weather. Prepare fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Sow about 3 mm deep and barely cover the seed. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until emergence without saturating it. Label the row and provide sun to partial shade. Thin crowded seedlings so the final spacing follows this guidance: 15 to 30 cm depending on type. If plants are started indoors, provide strong light and harden them gradually before transplanting outdoors at the appropriate time.
Where should I grow Bionda Ortolani Romaine Lettuce?
Light: Sun to partial shade. A fine seedbed without a compacted surface crust helps small seeds emerge. Light: Sun to partial shade. ‘Bionda Ortolani’ romaine lettuce prefers sun to partial shade and fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Choose a location that leaves enough room for 15 to 30 cm depending on type. Avoid low spots where water remains after rain. In a container, use drainage holes and a clean growing mix. Observe how light moves across the space during the day, especially near buildings or taller plants.
How should I water Bionda Ortolani Romaine Lettuce?
Water gently during establishment, then check moisture beneath the leaves. Maintain even moisture and keep the seedbed cool. During germination, use a gentle spray or careful watering so seed is not displaced. After establishment, water at soil level when the surface begins to dry. Adjust frequency to rainfall, heat, wind, soil texture, and container size. Avoid standing water because roots still require oxygen. Morning watering can help foliage dry normally during the day.
What maintenance does ‘Bionda Ortolani’ romaine lettuce need?
Keep the planting labelled, weeded, and appropriately spaced. Check young plants regularly for wilting, chewing damage, discolouration, or crowding. Provide sun to partial shade and maintain the moisture pattern described for the crop. Use clean tools, avoid deep cultivation near established roots, and remove unhealthy debris. Apply any fertilizer or pest-control product only according to its label.
When should I harvest Bionda Ortolani Romaine Lettuce?
Harvest developed romaine heads while the inner leaves remain tender. Keep the rosettes evenly watered and harvest before bolting.
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