Ballade

Lettuce

75d to harvest

Crisp as a fresh snowfall, Ballade crisphead lettuce forms a dense, tightly cupped head with a cool, clean crunch and a sweet, delicate finish. Its leaves are tender yet sturdy, holding their crisp texture beautifully from garden to table, making it a standout for fresh salads and elegant garnishes. Grow Ballade for a classic, satisfying bite and a dependable 75-day path to a beautifully uniform head.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	May 13th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 13th
Harvest Begins	Jul 27th
Harvest Ends	Sep 27th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Ballade plants getting curled leaves and tiny white flecks, and what should I do?

Ballade is often hit by thrips, which cause leaf curling, silvery scarring, and tiny pale specks. Remove the most damaged leaves, then spray with insecticidal soap or a neem-based product, thoroughly covering leaf undersides; repeat every 5–7 days for 3 rounds. Keep weeds down around the bed because they can host thrips and reduce airflow between plants.

How often should I water Ballade during the main growing phase (around weeks 3–7)?

During active growth, keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy—aim for the top 1 inch to stay slightly damp. In most home gardens that’s about 1 inch of water per week, split into 2–3 watering days, but adjust so water soaks in rather than running off. If leaves look wilted during the day yet recover overnight, water deeply; if the soil stays wet or plants stall, reduce frequency.