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Miners Lettuce

Claytonia perfoliata, Montiaceae

Zones
3a–9b
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

HorseradishArmoracia rusticana
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
French SorrelRumex scutatus
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
MacheValerianella locusta
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

New Zealand SpinachTetragonia tetragonioides

Vigorous New Zealand spinach can outcompete delicate miners lettuce for resources

Jack BeanCanavalia ensiformis

Large vigorous jack bean can overwhelm small delicate miners lettuce

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Miners Lettuce grow in?

Miners Lettuce grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 9b.

What are good companion plants for Miners Lettuce?

Good companions for Miners Lettuce include Horseradish, French Sorrel, Mache.

Design guilds with Miners Lettuce and see companion relationships visually.

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