| Common Name | Lettuce |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Lactuca |
| Species | Sativa |
| Origin | Mediterranean Basin |
| Blooming | Yellow flower heads appear when plants bolt due to heat or long days |
| Leaf Color | Green, Red, Purple depending on cultivar |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Rich, well-draining loamy soil with high organic matter, pH 6.0-7.0
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade; intense heat causes bolting
High nitrogen fertilizer at planting for leaf growth, side-dress mid-season
Harvest outer leaves first or cut head at base when mature
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