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Skyphos

Lettuce
Zone 11a Save Garden

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Botanical illustration of Skyphos
60d to harvest

Skyphos Batavian lettuce unfurls with a cool, crisp snap and a refreshingly sweet, green-forward flavor. Its tender leaves form an airy, upright rosette with a lightly ruffled texture that stays pleasantly succulent from first harvest to repeat picking. Ideal for fresh salads and elegant leaf-forward platters, Skyphos brings a vivid, garden-fresh crunch to every bowl.

Crop Dates

Growing note: In frost-free Zone 11a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).
MilestoneDate
Start Indoors—
ClimateFrost-Free Climate
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsOct 1st
Harvest BeginsNov 30th
Harvest EndsFeb 28th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsPart SunPartial sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)30
Harden Off (days)6

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Skyphos in Zone 11a typically begins around 2026-10-01. Wait until soil reaches at least 40°F before transplanting Skyphos.

Garden Alerts

In frost-free Zone 11a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I water Lactuca sativa during the main growing phase, and what soil moisture level should I maintain?
During the main growth phase, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for the top 1 inch to stay lightly damp. In typical home gardens this often means watering every 2–3 days, increasing to daily in hot, windy weather. If leaves start to wilt, lettuce is dry; if soil stays soggy or plants look limp despite wet soil, you’re likely overwatering.
How do I tell when Skyphos lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is ready to harvest?
Harvest around 60 days when heads/rosettes are firm and reach their expected size, with leaves that feel crisp rather than floppy. For best eating, cut in the morning after plants have fully hydrated, using a sharp knife to remove the outer leaves or the whole head depending on your growing form. If the center starts to elongate or the plant bolts (goes toward flowering), harvest immediately—flavor turns more bitter.
Botanical illustration of Skyphos

Skyphos Batavian lettuce unfurls with a cool, crisp snap and a refreshingly sweet, green-forward flavor. Its tender leaves form an airy, upright rosette with a lightly ruffled texture that stays pleasantly succulent from first harvest to repeat picking. Ideal for fresh salads and elegant leaf-forward platters, Skyphos brings a vivid, garden-fresh crunch to every bowl.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Skyphos in Zone 11a typically begins around 2026-10-01. Wait until soil reaches at least 40°F before transplanting Skyphos.

Garden Alerts

In frost-free Zone 11a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 40°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

For butterhead lettuce like Skyphos, keep it cool and transplant into consistently moist soil—avoid heat, which can cause bitterness and bolting.