Ark of Taste Spotted Trout Lettuce

Discover the unique beauty and taste of Ark of Taste Spotted Trout Lettuce. This heirloom variety, known for its distinctive red speckles and robust flavor, brings a splash of history and elegance to your salads. Grown with care for sustainability and flavor, each leaf tells a story of tradition and culinary heritage. Add a touch of gourmet to your meals with this exquisite lettuce

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Here's the Heritage Story:

Ark of Taste's Spotted Trout Lettuce, also known as Forellenschluss, boasts a rich heritage that traces back to European gardens of the 18th century. Cherished for its vibrant, speckled leaves that resemble the pattern of a trout's back, this heirloom variety offers a crisp texture and a slightly nutty flavor. Cultivated with traditional methods that prioritize biodiversity and sustainability, Spotted Trout Lettuce brings both historical significance and exceptional taste to your table. Rediscover this culinary treasure and savor a piece of garden history.

Plant Specifications: 

The Ark of Taste Spotted Trout Lettuce typically takes around 2 to 3 weeks from starter plant to reach maturity. Harvest the outer leaves as needed once the plant reaches a suitable size, or wait until the entire head is mature for a full harvest.

Make sure to plant in nutrient dense soil to ensure thriving plants. You can purchase our magic organic soil and organic soil boosters (micro and macro nutrients in the form of marine-based fertilizers, worm castings, and beneficial fungi) specifically curated to help improve your soil.