Lettuce 'Hilde II'

Lactuca sativa

How to grow Lettuce 'Hilde II'

  • Partial Sun

  • High

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Hilde II is thought of as tender, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors. Planting Hilde II in loamy soil with a ph of between 5.8 and 6.8 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing Hilde II from seed

Aim to sow 0.27 inches (0.7 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 7.8 inches (20.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 5°C / 41°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Hilde II about 53 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Hilde II

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

Harvesting Hilde II