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

Lactuca sativa is the cultivated species of lettuce, commonly grown for its edible leaves.

Lettuce

Lettuce

Lactuca Sativa

Lactuca sativa is the cultivated species of lettuce, commonly grown for its edible leaves.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, edible, succession crop

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lettuce

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Lactuca