Quantity
About 300 seeds
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Discover the plant
Family
Asteraceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Annual
Organic romaine lettuce is a garden classic, appreciated for its upright growth, long crunchy leaves, and the incomparable freshness it brings to seasonal harvests. Elegant in both the rows and on the plate, it forms elongated heads with firm, flavorful foliage, ideal for creating generous, textured, and substantial salads. Its organic cultivation further enhances its appeal to gardeners keen on producing healthy, natural vegetables suitable for a simple and nutritious diet. Easy to grow, it adapts to various types of well-prepared soils and tolerates climatic variations quite well, making it a reassuring variety for family gardens. In full sun or partial shade, it grows steadily as long as the soil remains cool and watering is consistent. Harvested whole when mature or leaf by leaf as needed, it offers great versatility throughout the season. Its vertical appearance pleasantly structures the vegetable garden and creates a harmonious contrast with lower or curlier lettuces. It is a reliable, nutritious, and flavorful organic variety, perfect for those looking for a productive, crunchy, and easy-to-grow romaine.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.2 in (0.5 cm)
Establishment temperature
10 to 20 °C (50 to 68 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Soil
Rich and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to August
Harvest55 to 75 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsGarlic, artichoke,, beetroot, chervil, curly endive, cabbage, kohlrabi, cucumber, shallot, strawberry plant, lettuce, onion, turnip, parsnip, pea, radish, salsify
Avoid planting withCelery, celeriac, parsley
Salads, fresh harvest, container growing, organic vegetable garden
