LETTUCE – MESCLUN – MIXED SALAD PICTORIAL PACKET

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LETTUCE – MESCLUN – MIXED SALAD PICTORIAL PACKET

LETTUCE – MESCLUN – MIXED SALAD PICTORIAL PACKET . A mixed salad producing a delicious and colourful blend of salad greens and herbs for a zesty alternative to everyday-salad and the standard variety for all good restaurants. (“mesclun” means “mixture”) Includes green and red cutting lettuce, Rocket, tatsoi, mizuna, Red Giant Mustard and Red Russian Kale. A great addition to liven up plain lettuce and a feast for the eyes and a gourmet treat.This seed is supplied in premium pictorial packets direct from Italy.Packet Size 12 x 16.5 cm

 Cultivation advice

• Plant Mesclun lettuce seeds in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest. It thrives in cooler temperatures.
• Choose a location with partial shade to full sun, especially in hotter climates.
• Ensure the soil is loose, well-draining, and amended with compost for fertility. Mesclun lettuce prefers a slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Scatter Mesclun seeds directly onto the prepared soil surface, gently pressing them in or covering lightly with soil.
• Keep the soil consistently moist for successful germination.
• Mesclun lettuce prefers partial shade in warmer climates but can tolerate full sun in cooler regions.
• Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogging.
• As the seedlings emerge, thin them to maintain proper spacing. Space plants according to the variety’s recommended spacing, usually around 4-6 inches apart.
• Incorporate a balanced fertilizer or compost into the soil before planting to provide essential nutrients for healthy growth.
• Apply a thin layer of mulch to retain soil moisture and prevent weed growth around the lettuce plants. Regularly remove weeds to prevent competition for nutrients.
• Begin harvesting Mesclun lettuce when the leaves are young and tender, typically within 3-4 weeks after sowing.
• Use scissors or simply cut the outer leaves of the plants, allowing the center leaves to continue growing for future harvests.
• Mesclun lettuce blends offer a variety of flavors and textures, perfect for salads, sandwiches, or as a bed for various dishes.