{"product_id":"traditional-curly-lettuce","title":"Traditional Curly Lettuce","description":"\u003cp\u003e500 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Curly Lettuce is a cool-season leafy vegetable known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"215\"\u003ecrisp, curly green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and mild, refreshing flavor. It is rich in \u003cstrong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"335\"\u003evitamins A, C, and K, folate, potassium, antioxidants, and dietary fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e. Curly lettuce is ideal for salads, sandwiches, wraps, garnishes, and fresh juices. It grows quickly and performs very well in the Gulf region during the cooler months. It is also an excellent choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"605\"\u003ehydroponic systems, raised beds, containers, and home gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15gjc1g\" data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"651\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBest Planting Time\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i66tok\" data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"693\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eSeptember to February\u003c\/strong\u003e (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14p7peh\" data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eBest growth occurs from \u003cstrong data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eOctober to January\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oo48lz\" data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eAvoid outdoor planting during the hot summer months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gba4bs\" data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eSeed Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"959\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11pif1f\" data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"869\"\u003eNo soaking or cold stratification is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x6ue7j\" data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eFor faster germination, seeds may be soaked in cool water for \u003cstrong data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"947\"\u003e2–4 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e (optional).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cxvv1i\" data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eSoil Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eUse loose, fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eRecommended mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jljrd5\" data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e40% Coco peat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6fy8l3\" data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e30% Compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gh218t\" data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e20% Garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xu6ycf\" data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e10% Perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eIdeal soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zlgyje\" data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e6.0–7.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"t7hbgy\" data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iwkt3l\" data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eSow seeds directly or in seed trays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18qjp7u\" data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003ePlant seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003e0.3–0.5 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g03c91\" data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eCover lightly with fine soil or vermiculite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bvsbhl\" data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist until germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cth7db\" data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eLettuce seeds need some light for optimal 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bitter leaves and premature bolting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bvmfzo\" data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b1npr4\" data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003e5–10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tz994r\" data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p4zjbl\" data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eTransplant seedlings when they have:\n\u003cul data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15k7ns2\" data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003e3–4 true leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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data-section-id=\"1bbh8qx\" data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dgc49o\" data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eBaby leaves can be harvested after:\n\u003cul data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1umhrgw\" data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003e25–30 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5ggr7b\" data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eFull-size heads are ready after:\n\u003cul data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xxvw0j\" data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e45–60 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nr9ezz\" data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003eHarvest outer leaves as needed or cut the whole head at the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"7n3q6w\" data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003eHydroponic Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2fmaos\" data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003ePerforms exceptionally well in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003eNFT, DWC, Kratky, and vertical hydroponic systems\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4soctk\" data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2498\"\u003eMaintain nutrient solution \u003cstrong data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003epH 5.8–6.5\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bd8msg\" data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003eMaintain \u003cstrong data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003eEC 0.8–1.4 mS\/cm\u003c\/strong\u003e for healthy leafy 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