Plant GuideLettuce
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Lettuce
Lactuca sativa · Asteraceae
Ideal starter crop; very responsive to system conditions
pH 6 – 7
8 – 22°C
25–45 days
Growth: fast
Medium
Care Notes
Ideal starter crop; very responsive to system conditions
Health Benefits
Hydrating, contains vitamins A and K
Culinary Uses
Salads, wraps
Root Behaviour
Fine, shallow
Common Problems
Problems
Bolting in heat
Pests
Aphids
Deficiencies
Rare in balanced systems
Nutrient Demand
Low Demand
Suited to young or lightly-stocked systems
Compatible Systems
NftDwcMedia BedRaft
Tags
#beginner#fast-turnover#commercial#cool-season
Season
Year-round (protected)