Grow your own salad superstar!
Waldmann’s Green is the kind of lettuce that makes you want to grab a bowl and start tossing. With smooth, tender leaves and a sweet, mild flavor, it’s a joy to grow and even better to eat. Whether you're snipping baby greens or harvesting full heads, this classic variety brings fresh crunch to your garden and your plate.
Variety: Waldmann’s Green Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)
Growth Habit:Â Cool-season annual
Height: 8–12 inches
Flavor Profile:Â Mild, sweet, and tender
Color:Â Bright green, smooth leaves
Planting Conditions:Â Direct sow or transplant in full sun
Harvest Timeline: Ready in 45–55 days
Uses:Â Perfect for baby greens, salad mixes, and cut-and-come-again harvests
Fun Fact:Â Loved by market growers for its uniform growth and excellent regrowth after cutting!
Waldmann’s Green is a dream for anyone who loves fresh, crisp salads straight from the garden. Its smooth leaves and gentle flavor make it a go-to for everyday meals, while its quick regrowth means you’ll be harvesting again and again. Imagine a bowl of just-picked greens, kissed with olive oil and lemon, pure garden joy!
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Find a sunny patch with fertile, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Plant ¼ inch deep, spacing 4–6 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during germination.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Thin seedlings to 6–8 inches apart for healthy growth.
✂️ Harvest: Snip outer leaves as needed or harvest the whole plant when mature.
