| Common Name | Branching lettuce |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Lactuca |
| Species | Sativa |
| Variety | ramosa |
| Origin | Mediterranean / Central Asia |
| Blooming | Yellow composite flowers when bolted, typically summer |
| Leaf Color | Pale green to dark and dark green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Rich, well-draining loamy soil with high organic matter content
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; drought tolerance is low
Full sun to partial shade; requires protection from intense afternoon heat
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth phase
Harvest outer leaves regularly or cut plant at base when mature for full head
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