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Looseleaf Lettuce

Lactuca sativa var. crispa, Asteraceae

Zones
2a–10b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Red RadishRaphanus sativus Red
Pest DeterrentTrap Crop
Rat-Tail RadishRaphanus sativus var. caudatus
Pest DeterrentTrap Crop
CarrotDaucus carota var. sativus
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
BeetBeta vulgaris
Shade ProvisionPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Butterhead LettuceLactuca sativa var. capitata

Lettuce varieties have similar nutrient and space requirements leading to direct competition

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Looseleaf Lettuce grow in?

Looseleaf Lettuce grows in USDA hardiness zones 2a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Looseleaf Lettuce?

Good companions for Looseleaf Lettuce include Red Radish, Rat-Tail Radish, Carrot, Beet.

Design guilds with Looseleaf Lettuce and see companion relationships visually.

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