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Ballade · Lettuce

Zone 12b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Ballade to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostJan 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJan 1st
Harvest BeginsMar 17th
Harvest EndsDec 31st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 5 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity75
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)5
Expert Note: For crispheads, keep temps cool (shade/row cover in warm spells) and transplant into consistently moist soil for tight, uniform heads.