Lomar

Family: Asteraceae Leafy Green

Cool, crisp hearts with a distinctly clean crunch—Lomar crisphead lettuce forms a tight, well-filled head that feels satisfyingly dense in the hand.

The leaves are tender yet sturdy, with a fresh, mild sweetness and a beautifully pale green interior that holds its texture through the season. Grow Lomar for impressive garden-to-table presence, ideal for refreshing salads and elegant, chilled platters where crispness is the star.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Rosette

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 28th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jul 4th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	40
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Lomar’s crisphead structure gives you that satisfying snap without the watery limpness you get from flimsier lettuces, making it ideal for cold service and fast tossing. Keep dressings bright (lemon/vinegar) so the mild sweetness reads clean, not bland.

Best Uses

ice-cold salads where the leaves stay snappy
chilled lettuce cups filled with savory fillings
crisp-tossed wedges with vinaigrette that clings without getting soggy
garnish for seafood and light mains where you want a refreshing bite

Flavor Profile

clean, mild sweetness cool, watery crunch tender-but-sturdy leaves with a tight, pale interior

Kitchen Pairings

lemon olive oil white wine vinegar grilled shrimp feta crusty sourdough

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common lettuce (Lactuca sativa) disease/pest issue I should watch for, and what should I do?

In Lactuca sativa, slugs and snails are common and can quickly chew leaves, especially in cool, damp weather. Use a physical barrier (copper tape around raised beds or collars on plants), remove hiding spots like boards, and hand-pick at dusk or after watering. For disease, keep plants spaced for airflow to reduce downy mildew risk, and avoid wetting the foliage when watering.

How often should I water Lactuca sativa during the main growing phase?

During the 6–8 weeks before harvest, keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for light, even moisture with no drying to dust. In full sun, water about 1–2 times per week depending on rainfall, increasing to more frequent watering during warm spells. A good check is to water when the top 1 inch of soil starts to dry, then soak thoroughly so moisture reaches the root zone.

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

Harvest when heads (if growing as a head lettuce type) or outer leaves are full-size and firm, typically around 70 days from sowing for your stated maturity. For leaf lettuce, pick outer leaves once they’re large enough to eat and keep the center growing. Use the finger-firmness test: leaves should feel crisp and not limp, and you should harvest before plants bolt (send up a flower stalk), which makes leaves bitter.