Description
Romaine Lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. longifolia) is a popular leafy vegetable known for its crisp, elongated leaves and mild, refreshing flavour. It forms upright heads with tender green leaves and crunchy central ribs, making it an excellent addition to any vegetable garden.
Perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps and the classic Caesar salad, Romaine Lettuce is easy to grow and provides delicious, nutritious leaves throughout Malta’s cooler months.
🌱 Growing Instructions
☀️ Sunlight: Prefers 4–6 hours of sunlight daily. Benefits from partial shade during warmer weather.
💧 Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly to 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 25–30 cm between plants for healthy head development.
🌾 Fertilizer: Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during active growth, following product instructions.
✂️ Harvesting: Harvest individual outer leaves as needed or cut the entire head when fully developed, typically 55–75 days after transplanting.
🌿 Local Growing Tips (Malta)
Best planting season: September to April, when temperatures are cooler.
Position: Sunny vegetable gardens, raised beds or large containers. Provide afternoon shade during warmer months.
Companion plants: Carrots, radishes, onions and spring onions.
Common issue: Lettuce may bolt (flower prematurely) during hot weather, causing the leaves to become bitter. Maintain consistent watering and protect from excessive heat.
📦 Product Information
Variety: Romaine Lettuce
Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa var. longifolia
Plant Type: Leafy Vegetable Seedling
Quantity: 12 Seedlings per Tray
Maturity: Approximately 55–75 days after transplanting
Harvest Season: Autumn to Spring
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 12 seedlings.
