Italienischer Leaf Lettuce
Italienischer Leaf lettuce is called by its German name, which translates to "Italian Leaf" in English. This name reflects the variety's origin and its distinctive appearance, which is reminiscent of the loose, ruffled leaves of Italian lettuce varieties.
In addition to its distinctive appearance, Italienischer Leaf lettuce is also known for its versatility in the kitchen. Its tender leaves are perfect for salads, sandwiches, and wraps, and it can also be used in cooked dishes like soups and stews. The lettuce has a slightly sweet, nutty flavor that is enhanced by its tender texture, making it a popular choice among chefs and home cooks alike.
Another unique characteristic of Italienischer Leaf lettuce is its ability to thrive in warmer temperatures. It is a heat-tolerant variety that can withstand hot weather and still produce high-quality, flavorful leaves. This makes it an excellent choice for gardeners in warmer climates or those looking to extend their growing season into the summer months.
- Growing Season: Year Round (in mild climates)
- Harvest Method: Grazing method, cut and come again, start harvesting as soon as there are 5 mature leaves (4-5" long)
- First Harvest: 2-4 weeks from initial planting (2 weeks during peak growing seasons, 4 weeks during cold winter months)
- Final Harvest: 5-8 weeks
- Best Planted Wall Placement: Any level
We grow with the seasons! So in most climates, you will be able to grow year round. Typically most lettuce can handle the cooler temperatures and tend to look for the shade in the hotter temperatures.
You want to be aware of the extreme temperature ranges in your region. If you follow the guidelines below, you will be safe:
COLD CLIMATES
- If you live in a location where the temperatures dip below freezing, then you will want to wait until night temperatures are in the 40's consistently.
- On the occasional dips into the 30's, you can cover with a sheet or bring them indoors for that time period. The breeze is good for plants and helps to keep bugs at bay so growing outdoors is optimal.
WARM CLIMATES:
- If you live where it reaches above 90 degrees consistently, you'll want to grow heat tolerant fruiting plants (tomatoes and peppers) and herbs (basil, mint, rosemary) primarily.
To find out what extreme temperatures your location experiences, check out the USDA zone for your region.
We always ship our organic seedlings at their peak for transplant which means they can be held before shipping. We typically ship plants according to the following schedule:
CA - ship Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
US states outside of CA - ship Mondays and Tuesdays.
Outside of US - we do not currently ship outside of the US.
For more information, refer to our shipping policy.
Don't worry we tend to over-communicate the details when it comes to logistics. You'll know when orders (both seedlings and other garden products) are shipped.
