What is Prizehead lettuce like?
Prizehead is a loose-leaf lettuce with frilly, crinkled green leaves tinged red-bronze at the edges. The leaves are tender, sweet, and mild, and the plant is quick and easy for beginners.
When should I plant Prizehead lettuce?
Sow in early spring 2–4 weeks before your last frost and again in late summer for fall. It prefers the cool weather typical of spring and autumn.
How long until Prizehead lettuce is ready?
Baby leaves are ready in about 30 days and full loose heads in 45–50 days. Frequent small sowings keep salads going all season.
How do I harvest Prizehead lettuce?
Pick outer leaves as needed and let the center keep producing, or cut the whole plant at the base. Harvest in the cool of the morning for crisp leaves.
How far apart should Prizehead lettuce be spaced?
Thin plants to 6–8 inches apart in rows about 12 inches apart to allow the ruffled rosettes to fill out.
Are Prizehead lettuce seeds heirloom and non-GMO?
Yes, Prizehead is an heirloom open-pollinated variety and these seeds are non-GMO. The packet contains about 1,100 seeds.
What color are the leaves?
Bright green with red-bronze tinting at the ruffled edges, deepening in cool weather.
How do I keep it from getting bitter?
Grow in cool weather, water consistently, and harvest young before the heat of summer.
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