Nevada Lettuce seeds - Vegetable Plant

Nevada lettuce is a semi-heading variety known for its crisp, slightly savoyed leaves and open, loosely formed heads. It grows well in cool to mild conditions and adapts to a range of temperatures when provided with consistent care. This variety performs best in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, fertile soil. Nevada lettuce establishes steadily and allows for flexible harvesting, either as individual leaves or partial heads. It is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting.

Features

• Semi-heading type with loosely formed heads
• Crisp leaves with lightly textured surface
• Suitable for cool to mild growing conditions
• Adaptable to containers, raised beds, and open ground
• Allows flexible harvesting of leaves or heads

Specifications

• Scientific name: Lactuca sativa
• Common name (US): Lettuce
• Seed type / variety: Nevada (semi-heading)
• Growth habit: Semi-heading, upright rosette plant
• USDA zones: 3–9 (grown as annual)
• Planting season: Early spring and fall
• Growing season: Cool season
• Sowing Season: January to March, September to November
• Germination time and conditions: 5–10 days at 15–20°C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Mature plant size: 20–30 cm height, 25–35 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 20–25 cm between plants