GREEN MULTI-LEAF CORAL Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
Description:
A commercial grade multileaf Green Coral variety featuring attractive frilled leaves and a delightful flavor profile. This lettuce is perfect for salads, sandwiches, and garnishes, making it a versatile addition to any garden.
- Tip burn tolerance, ensuring healthy growth.
- Slow bolt variety, extending the harvest period.
- Suitable for all-year-round planting, adapting well to various climates.
- Excellent resistance to downy mildew (DM 16-33 & 35), ensuring robust health.
- Uniform shape and color, enhancing visual appeal in dishes.
- Ideal for baby leaf and microgreens production, offering versatility in culinary uses.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual leafy green
- Plant Height: 25 – 30 cm tall
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: March – August
- Cold: April – July
- Arid: March – June
- Sub-Tropical: All year round
- Tropical: All year round
- Germination: 7 – 14 days @ 15-20°C
- Depth: 0.5 – 1 cm deep
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or containers
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7
- Spacing: 25 – 30 cm between plants
Details:
- Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods.
- Harvest young leaves for the best flavor and tenderness.
Harvest:
35 – 50 days after sowing
Growing Instructions (Microgreens)
- Green coral lettuce can be grown as microgreens, providing a fresh and mild flavor.
- Sow seeds in a shallow tray with moist soil and water daily.
- Ready for harvest in 10 – 14 days for use in salads or as garnishes.
