Lettuce Sylvesta (Organic)

Lettuce Sylvesta (Butterhead) (Organic).  Organic Lettuce ‘Sylvesta’ is a butterhead type which forms a good sized head of thick, flavoursome green leaves. Showing resistance to mildew and aphid, sow this variety successively and you can enjoy a reliable outdoor crop from spring through to late summer. The large outer leaves are perfect for sandwiches, while the inner heart is crisp and refreshing providing a good bite in salads.

Height: 15cm (6”). Spread: 30cm (12”)

Sow
March – August

Harvest
June – October

How to sow
Direct sow lettuce seeds outdoors from March to August into well prepared, fertile, moist soil in sun or semi shade. Sow seeds thinly at a depth of 1cm (½”) in drills 30cm (12”) apart in soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 30cm (12”) apart and cover with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Make regular sowings for a constant supply.