Outredgeous

Lettuce

65d to harvest

Outredgeous brings a lush, garden-ripe crunch with tender, buttery leaves that feel crisp and cool from the first harvest. The rosette forms a generous, ruffled head with vivid green color and a lively, frilly texture that stays pleasantly crisp in warm-season conditions. Ideal for fresh salads and vibrant summer platters, it’s a standout summer crisp lettuce that shines in simple, no-fuss serving.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 1st
Harvest Begins	Jun 5th
Harvest Ends	Nov 5th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	65
Sun Requirements	Part Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	5

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I water Outredgeous lettuce during the main growing phase?

Keep soil consistently evenly moist from thinning through heading/leaf expansion, aiming for about 1 inch of water per week, adjusted for heat and container size. Water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil starts to dry, because lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is shallow-rooted and quickly gets bitter or stunted if it dries out. Mulch lightly to reduce moisture swings that can trigger bolting.

How do I tell when Outredgeous lettuce is ready to harvest?

Start harvesting when the leaves reach a usable size and the outer rosette has filled out—typically around 60–65 days from sowing. For best flavor, pick in the morning when leaves are crisp, and harvest leaf-by-leaf or cut the whole plant just above the soil line once the rosette is fully developed. If the center begins to stretch upward (bolting), harvest immediately or you’ll get a tougher, more bitter taste.