Garden Vegetables & Fruits Plant Preferences Profile
Specific Plant Growing Requirements and Information
Common Name
Lettuce
Plant Type
Annual
Sun Exposure
Full sun but will tolerate light shade
Time Till Harvest
40 to 80 days depending on the type
Scientific Name
Lactuca sativa
Full Grown Size
Depends on variety grown
Soil Type
Soil rich in organic matter and prefers a pH between 6.0 and 6.8
Hardiness Zones
Highbush (Vaccinium corymbosum) will grow best in Zone 4 to 7