{"product_id":"lettuce-oakleaf-green-seeds","title":"Lettuce Oakleaf Green Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eOakleaf Green lettuce (\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a tender loose-leaf variety with distinctive lobed, oak-shaped leaves and a mild, buttery flavor. These Oakleaf lettuce seeds grow soft, ruffled rosettes that are slow to turn bitter and endlessly harvestable. It is one of the most forgiving and productive lettuces you can plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for gardeners who want a steady, cut-and-come-again supply of tender leaves, and for cooks who like a soft, mild lettuce for everyday salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow 2-4 weeks before your last spring frost, or start indoors 4 weeks earlier. Sow 1\/4 inch deep and thin to 6-10 inches apart. Oakleaf likes full sun to part shade and cool weather, growing well in USDA zones 4-9. Sow in succession every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBaby leaves are ready in about 30 days, full plants in 45-55 days. Pick outer leaves as needed and the plant will keep producing, or cut the whole rosette at the base. It resists bolting well for a loose-leaf type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tender, ruffled leaves are ideal for mixed salads and add nice texture to sandwiches and wraps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it called Oakleaf?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe leaves are deeply lobed in a shape that resembles oak leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a cut-and-come-again lettuce?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Pick the outer leaves regularly and the plant will keep producing new growth for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it bolt quickly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is fairly slow to bolt for a loose-leaf lettuce, but grows best in cool weather with steady water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e New to this variety? Read our full guide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/lettuce-oakleaf-green\"\u003eHow to Grow Oakleaf Green Lettuce From Seed\u003c\/a\u003e, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012853752015,"sku":"ORIGLO_04_12","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Lettuce-Oakleaf-Green-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266657484.png?v=1783373121","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/lettuce-oakleaf-green-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}