Florida Blue Lettuce (Lactuca Floridana) is a annual/biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lactuca floridana is a tall annual or biennial herb native to eastern and central USA, known for its blue to whitish flower heads and milky sap.

Florida Blue Lettuce

Florida Blue Lettuce

Lactuca Floridana

Lactuca floridana is a tall annual or biennial herb native to eastern and central USA, known for its blue to whitish flower heads and milky sap.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual/biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator support, native plant garden, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Florida Blue Lettuce

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Prune
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Repot
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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