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  • Answered by
    luckyboy on
    August 14, 2011
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    Leaf picking will prolong the life of the plant instead of cutting as a head.
    As far as I know, all lettuce prefer cooler temps, so, keep this in mind.
    I plant in waves in the spring. 2-3 weeks apart then again in the fall.

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    Nikki on
    September 7, 2011
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    If you allow the plant to flower, it will produce seeds, which you can harvest and save for next season. How many you wish to keep for seed collecting is up to you, but since you have that many plants, I would use half for seeds. Here is more information on growing lettuce: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/lettuce/growing-lettuce.htm

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    Nikki on
    September 21, 2011
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    Yes, you can. It is recommended though that if you grow lettuce in pots, you grow it as leaf lettuce instead of head lettuce as it will be easier for you. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/lettuce/harvesting-leaf-lettuce.htm

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    Heather on
    October 6, 2011
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    If you mean it is an elevated bed (self contained) then it is typical to place a layer of rocks or pebbles at the base then cover this with compost or a soilless mix. I have even seen people use used coffee grounds as a growing medium.

    If you mean a raised bed placed on the ground, the ground will serve as drainage and you can fill with compost or good quality top soil.

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    Nikki on
    April 2, 2012
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    You can cut the yellowing leaves from the lettuce. Do not rip them.

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    Nikki on
    April 12, 2012
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    This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/lettuce/harvesting-leaf-lettuce.htm

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