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Winter Density Lettuce Seeds
  • Winter Density Lettuce Seeds

Winter Density

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A hardy, winter lettuce with a unique texture, Winter Density is an older English variety that is perfect for over-wintering and early spring gardens. Super easy to grow, with an excellent flavour and a texture that runs somewhere between a butterhead and a romaine, Winter Density is an ideal choice for beginning and expert gardeners alike.

Quantity

  • LATIN NAME

    Lactuca sativa

  • DAYS TO MATURITY

    65 Days

  • LIFE CYCLE

    Half-hardy Annual

  • Plant Size

    Height Up To 15cm (5.9in) Spread Up To 25cm (9.8in)

  • Hardiness & Longevity

    Half-Hardy Annual

  • Ideal For

    Patio Kitchen Garden Greenhouse

  • Position In

    Sun or Semi Shade

Description

Winter Density Lettuce Seeds

[65 days] If you’re looking for an excellent lettuce to over winter, look no further. Winter Density is excellent for our British climes and needs next to no maintenance. Its compact, dark green heads average about 16cm tall and are both heat and cold tolerant (though they need cooler temperatures to germinate).

The texture is best described as a Buttercrunch—somewhere between a bibb and a romaine style of lettuce—and it retains its flavour throughout the season. Its compact heads work well in densely planted gardens and it’s not subject to many pests or diseases. Very tasty in salads and sandwiches.

Common Questions

How do you grow Winter Density lettuce from seed? When growing lettuce you should plant about 10 seeds per square foot, spacing your rows 12 to 18 inches apart. You can also sow and plant your lettuce seeds into small spaces and containers when required.

Do lettuce seeds need full sun to grow properly? It is true that Winter Density lettuce will grow the fastest in full sun, however, it is one of the few vegetables that can tolerate some shade without affecting growth. You will find that spring lettuce crops last longer when protected with shade from the warmer afternoons. Shading is also believed to give enough temperature drops to reduce bolting in springtime.

Does soaking lettuce seeds help germination? Many gardeners believe that soaking any seeds before planting can increase germination rates. You can pick and choose whether you want to experiment by soaking your Winter Density lettuce seeds in water for at least 16 hours before sowing. Making sure that the seeds are placed in a well-lit area.

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Product Features

Sun
Full
Germination Time
7 - 14 Days
Sowing Method
Start in Pots or Trays
Days to Maturity
70 Days
Grow in Greenhouse
Optional, for Early Crop
Number of Seeds Per Packet
500
Recommended Soil pH
6.0 - 6.5

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