Butterhead lettuce 'Arctic King'

Lactuca sativa var. capitata

How to grow Butterhead lettuce 'Arctic King'

  • Partial Sun

  • High

Position in a partial sun location and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Arctic King is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. A soil ph of between 6.2 and 6.8 is ideal for Arctic King as it does best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing Arctic King from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 5.85 inches (15.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.49 inches (1.25 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 5°C / 41°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Arctic King about 60 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Arctic King

As Arctic King is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

By our calculations, you should look at planting out Arctic King about 45 days before your last frost date.

Harvesting Arctic King

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early autumn.