Lettuce, Bronze Beauty (Loose-leaf)

Leafy lettuces do not form a compact head. The leaves branch from a single stalk making this lettuce more perishable than other varieties. Tender leafy lettuces are often used as baby leaf lettuces in spring mixes. The red leaf has a burgundy tint and mild flavor, like the green leaf, while the oak leaf is spicier and nuttier. To avoid instant wilting, wait to add salad dressing until just before serving. 

This bronze beauty variety, also known as bronze arrowhead, has sweet leaves, is heat tolerant, and is slow to bolt. This lettuce has character and is a fun option to add to your salad mixes.

Days to Maturity: 40-50 days

Plant size: 8-12” tall and wide

Plant spacing: 8-12” apart

Sun, soil, and water requirement: Lettuce likes full sun, but will appreciate partial shade during warmer months, and prefers to be in well-draining soil, high in organic matter. Lettuce needs a constant and abundant supply of water during the growing period. Inconsistent watering can affect head formation.

Harvesting: Harvest what you need and come back when you need more. Harvest your entire lettuce head before it begins to bolt (produce flowers). Once bolting begins, the lettuce leaves will start to turn yellow and become bitter.

Culinary: This is a great fresh choice to have in any garden. Perfect for salad lovers.

Nutrients: Lettuce is low in sodium, and very low in saturated fat and cholesterol. It is also a good source of iron potassium, fiber, Vitamin A, C, K, and B6.

Companion planting: Plant near beets, carrots, parsnips, radishes, strawberries, onions, asparagus, corn, chives, garlic, cucumbers, eggplant, peas, spinach, tomatoes, sunflowers, and coriander. Keep away from the cabbage family, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, and cauliflower. Lettuce tenderizes summer radishes, and planting near chives/garlic will help to repel aphids.

Container friendly

Please Note:

** Pots and plants may vary from the picture depending on the size and maturity ordered. All plants have been carefully hardened off and are ready to be transplanted into their permanent garden home or pot once delivered.

** Growing details provided are general. Conditions will change depending on your location, elevation, climate, rainfall, and accessible sunlight.

** Nutritional information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.