Lactuca sativa var. romana 'Romaine ballon'
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| Romaine ballon | ||||
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| Species: | Lactuca sativa var. romana | |||
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Romaine ballon is a romaine-type lettuce with a large solid head and crisp, crunchy texture.[1]
Planner[edit | edit source]
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Growing[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Lettuce
Sowing[edit | edit source]
Sow thinly outdoors where they are to crop, 1.5cm (½in) deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Allow 30cm (12in) between rows. Early sowings may benefit from cloche protection. Seedlings usually appear in 7-14 days. Regular sowings every two to three weeks will ensure a continuous supply.[1]
Thinning[edit | edit source]
Thin out to 20cm (8in) apart.
Aftercare[edit | edit source]
Water well until plants are established.
References[edit | edit source]
| Lettuce varieties |
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| Butterhead | Buttercrunch · Tom thumb |
| Crisphead | |
| Looseleaf | Lolla rossa |
| Romaine | Little gem · Romaine ballon |
