Tall Blue Lettuce (Lactuca Biennis) is a biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lactuca biennis is a biennial herbaceous plant in the dandelion tribe within the daisy family, commonly known as Tall Blue Lettuce.

Tall Blue Lettuce

Tall Blue Lettuce

Lactuca Biennis

Lactuca biennis is a biennial herbaceous plant in the dandelion tribe within the daisy family, commonly known as Tall Blue Lettuce.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator support, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tall Blue Lettuce

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Dec
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Lactuca