Salad Greens

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🌱 35d to harvest Rosette

Tender, quick-growing Salad Greens deliver a lively mix of baby leaves at just 35 days—crisp, juicy, and delightfully mild with a…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	May 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 15th
Harvest Begins	Jun 19th
Harvest Ends	Aug 25th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	35
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)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease problem is most common on salad greens, and how can I control it at home?

A frequent issue on many leafy salad greens is downy mildew or other leaf spot diseases, which show up as yellow patches, gray/purple growth on the underside, and expanding lesions. Improve airflow by spacing plants and avoid watering leaves—water the soil in the morning, then remove badly infected leaves early to slow spread. If disease persists, treat with a labeled fungicide suitable for edible leafy greens and follow the label’s re-entry and harvest intervals.

How often should I water salad greens during the main growing phase (around weeks 2–5)?

Keep the top 1 inch of soil consistently moist, not soggy, because salad greens dry out quickly and can bolt when stressed. In typical home garden conditions, this often means watering every 1–3 days, increasing to daily during hot windy weather and reducing after rainy periods. Water early in the day and aim for steady moisture—uneven wet/dry cycles commonly cause bitterness and leaf toughness.

How do I tell when salad greens are ready to harvest at about 35 days?

Harvest when leaves are tender and sized for eating—many salad greens are ready to start picking around 30–40 days from sowing, with the first cut often done sooner for baby leaves. Use the “pull-and-pinch” test: leaves should snap or pinch easily, not feel leathery or tough. For ongoing harvest, cut outer leaves 1–2 inches above the crown (or harvest full heads/rosettes when they reach your desired size) before temperatures rise enough to cause rapid bolting.

Tender, quick-growing Salad Greens deliver a lively mix of baby leaves at just 35 days—crisp, juicy, and delightfully mild with a spectrum of greens that feels fresh from the garden. Expect a soft, succulent texture with gentle bite, perfect for tossing into bright spring bowls and letting each leaf’s natural character shine. Ideal for mesclun-style harvests, this blend is made for repeat cuttings and nonstop color from cool-season weather.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.

Expert Note

For best mesclun quality, succession-sow every 1–2 weeks and keep plants cool to prevent bitterness and bolting.