Lettuce American Brown Seeds

Lettuce American Brown Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A distinctive loose leaf lettuce producing bronze tinged leaves with a crisp texture and mild flavour.

 

Known botanically as Lactuca sativa American Brown, this variety is valued for its attractive colouring and reliable cropping.

 

Unlike ordinary lettuce strains, American Brown provides both ornamental appeal and culinary versatility making it one of the most admired choices for fresh salads and garnishes.

 

Its dependable growth and resistance to bolting make it a favourite for home gardens and allotments.

 

Seed Quantity Approx 10 grams

 

Sowing & Growing

When to Sow March to July directly outdoors or in trays for transplanting

Germination 7 to 14 days at 10–20?°C

Soil & Position Fertile well drained soil enriched with compost; prefers full sun or partial shade

Height 20–25?cm with loose leaf habit

Harvest 8 to 10 weeks from sowing; suitable for successional sowings to extend the season

 

Sowing Instructions

Prepare a fine seed bed in full sun or partial shade. Sow seeds thinly in drills 1?cm deep and 25?cm apart. Thin seedlings to 20?cm spacing once established. Water well after sowing and keep soil evenly moist during dry spells. Succession sowings every 2 to 3 weeks extend the harvest season.

 

Grow & Maintenance

Grow in fertile soil with regular watering during dry periods. Lettuce American Brown thrives in sunny sites and partial shade. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth. Suitable for container growing as well as open ground.

 

Uses & Benefits

Perfect for fresh salads garnishes and light cooking. American Brown produces colourful bronze tinged leaves creating nutritious and versatile dishes. Highly suitable for sustainable gardening and continuous cropping. Excellent for home gardens allotments and culinary use.

 

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