Gila· Lettuce
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Apr 27th |
| Last Frost | May 25th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 18th |
| Harvest Begins | Jul 22nd |
| Harvest Ends | Aug 29th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 40°F
and nights stay above 28°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 6 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 65 |
| Sun Requirements | 🌤 Part Sun |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Surface |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 28 |
| Harden Off (days) | 6 |
Expert Note: For heat-tolerant romaine, aim for cool establishment, then keep soil consistently moist and use light shade during the hottest stretch to prevent bitterness and bolting.