Description
Mixed Oak Leaf Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is an attractive leafy vegetable known for its beautifully lobed leaves that resemble the shape of oak leaves. This colourful mix includes green and red varieties, offering a combination of tender textures and mild, slightly sweet flavours.
Perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps and garnishes, Mixed Oak Leaf Lettuce is easy to grow and ideal for home vegetable gardens. Its loose-leaf growth allows for continuous harvesting, providing fresh, tender leaves throughout Malta’s cooler months.
🌱 Growing Instructions
☀️ Sunlight: Prefers 4–6 hours of sunlight daily. Benefits from partial afternoon shade during warmer weather.
💧 Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Regular watering helps maintain tender, crisp leaves.
🌱 Soil: Plant in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter.
🌡️ Temperature: Grows best between 10°C–22°C. Excessive heat can cause premature flowering and bitter leaves.
📏 Spacing: Allow approximately 20–25 cm between plants for healthy leaf development and good air circulation.
🌾 Fertilizer: Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during active growth, following product instructions.
✂️ Harvesting: Pick outer leaves as needed, leaving the centre intact for continued growth. Alternatively, harvest the entire plant when mature, typically 40–60 days after transplanting.
🌿 Local Growing Tips (Malta)
Best planting season: September to April, when temperatures are cooler and more suitable for leafy vegetable growth.
Position: Sunny vegetable gardens, raised beds or containers. Provide afternoon shade during warmer periods.
Companion plants: Carrots, radishes, onions and spring onions.
Common issue: Hot weather and irregular watering can cause premature flowering (bolting) and bitter leaves. Maintain consistent moisture and protect plants from excessive heat.
📦 Product Information
Variety: Mixed Oak Leaf Lettuce (Red & Green)
Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
Plant Type: Leafy Vegetable Seedling
Quantity: 6 Seedlings per Tray
Maturity: Approximately 40–60 days after transplanting, depending on growing conditions
Harvest Season: Autumn to Spring
Special Characteristics: Attractive mix of red and green oak-shaped leaves, tender texture and excellent regrowth for repeated harvesting.
Important Information
Pictures shown may vary from actual product due to the live nature of the items. Some items may be out of stock for various reasons, we will issue a refund or offer alternatives should that be the case.
The price is per one tray of 6 seedlings.
