Crispino

Family: Asteraceae Leafy Green

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Crispino Romaine delivers an unmistakably crisp, cool crunch with a clean, gently sweet flavor and a tender, succulent bite.

Its upright heads form tight, elongated hearts wrapped in crisp, medium-green leaves that stay pleasantly snappy as they mature in about 60 days. Grow Crispino for fresh salads and vibrant garnishes—its sturdy structure makes it a standout for repeat harvest-style enjoyment and beautiful, uniform presentation.

Light: Part SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Rosette

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Crispino Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	May 4th	Jun 1st	Jul 31st – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Apr 27th	May 25th	Jul 24th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 14th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 14th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Apr 21st	May 19th	Jul 18th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 14th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Apr 15th	May 13th	Jul 12th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Apr 10th	May 8th	Jul 7th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Apr 6th	May 4th	Jul 3rd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Apr 3rd	May 1st	Jun 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 28th	Apr 25th	Jun 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 23rd	Apr 20th	Jun 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Mar 13th	Apr 10th	Jun 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Mar 4th	Apr 1st	May 31st – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 23rd	Mar 23rd	May 22nd – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Feb 6th	Mar 6th	May 5th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Jan 12th	Feb 9th	Apr 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Part Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	30
Harden Off (days)	5

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Crispino’s upright hearts and tight leaf structure give you a clean, cool crunch that doesn’t collapse into dressing—so it stays alive in a salad bowl. Use it for Caesar vibes or any warm-and-cold mix where you want snap to survive the heat.

Best Uses

ice-cold side salads that need a long-lasting crunch
Romaine-heart chopping for Caesar-style dressing capture
grilled or seared-just-once lettuce for a quick char without going limp
crunchy taco/gyro topping that holds under hot fillings

Flavor Profile

cool, gently sweet lettuce taste bright, crisp snap tender-but-firm succulent bite

Kitchen Pairings

lemon Parmesan garlic anchovy olive oil chicken

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most often affects Lactuca sativa (leaf lettuce) like Crispino, and what should I do?

A common problem is downy mildew (especially in cool, damp conditions), which shows as pale yellow patches on leaf tops and fuzzy growth underneath. Remove and discard affected leaves, improve airflow between plants, and water at the base early in the day to keep foliage dry. If it’s spreading, switch to an appropriate labeled fungicide for lettuce/downy mildew and follow label timing at symptom onset.

How often should I water Crispino lettuce during its main growth phase, and how moist should the soil stay?

During the main growth phase, keep soil consistently evenly moist—aim for top 1–2 inches to stay lightly damp, not soggy. Water deeply about 1–2 times per week depending on heat and rainfall, then adjust so the soil never dries out completely; lettuce roots are shallow and will wilt quickly. Avoid frequent light sprinkling that leaves the root zone dry and keeps leaves wet.

How can I tell when Crispino (Lactuca sativa) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when plants reach the specified size and leaf texture is crisp and full, typically around 60 days from sowing. Check daily in the final week—lettuce can turn bitter and bolt as temperatures rise, so harvest promptly once the leaves are at your preferred size. For best quality, cut outer leaves first or harvest the whole head/rosette at crisp maturity rather than waiting for overgrowth.