vaericks's Lettuce 'Merlot' x 1 Reviewed
Plant: Leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. crispa) | Variety: Merlot
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about 1 sq. foot
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vaericks's Lettuce 'Merlot' Care Instructions
If sowing directly, sow at a depth of approx. 0.49 inches (1.25 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 5.85 inches (15.0 cm) between Leaf lettuce plants.
Leaf lettuce 'Merlot' normally grows to a mature height of 20.0 cm (that's 7.8 inches imperial) so ensure you have enough space in your garden for this plant.
Your garden has full sun light - a partial sun position will ensure your plant thrives.
Remember to water often.
Your garden's USDA Hardiness Zone (4a) is within the ideal range for Leaf lettuce 'Merlot'. The recommended range is between Zone 4 and 9.
Try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 6.2 and 6.8 as Leaf lettuce 'Merlot' likes to be in acidic soil.
More information about Lettuce 'Merlot' is available in the Folia gardener's wiki. All Lettuce 'Merlot' Care Instructions have been kindly provided by our members.
Milestones
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11 Apr 2012
Reviewed day 363
Gorgeous, very red lettuce. Small early leaves are tasty, but gets bitter quickly even in Fall.
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29 Apr 2011
Sprouting day 15 Ladies and Gentlemen...
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14 Apr 2011
Sown day 0
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