Lettuce 'White boston'

Lactuca sativa

How to grow Lettuce 'White boston'

  • Partial Sun

  • High

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that White boston is thought of as tender, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. Planting White boston 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 White boston from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.27 inches (0.7 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 7.8 inches (20.0 cm) between Lettuce plants. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 5°C / 41°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting White boston

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

Harvesting White boston