Lactuca Virosa Seeds - Heirloom Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Lactuca virosa is a biennial herbaceous plant commonly known as wild lettuce. It develops an upright growth habit with lobed green leaves and small yellow flower heads that appear during the flowering season. It is suitable for naturalized planting, wildflower areas, and botanical gardens. The plant grows well in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil.

Features

• Biennial herbaceous plant
• Produces small yellow flower heads
• Develops upright leafy growth
• Suitable for naturalized planting
• Ideal for botanical and wildflower gardens
• Grows well in full sun to partial shade
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Adapted to temperate growing conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Lactuca virosa
• Common Name (US): Wild Lettuce
• Seed Type / Variety: Lactuca Virosa Seeds
• Growth Habit: Upright biennial herb
• USDA Zones: 3 to 9
• Planting Season: Spring to fall
• Growing Season: Spring to summer
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Months: March to May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7 to 21 days at 15 to 21°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate
• Mature Plant Size: 60 to 150 cm height
• Plant Spacing: 30 to 45 cm