Lettuce, Cos Lettuce 'Crisp Mint'

Lactucasativa

Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Lactuca (lak-TOO-kuh)
Species
sativa (sa-TEE-vuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Dayton, Washington

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Gardener's Notes:

1
positive
2
neutrals
0
negative
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Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | February 2007 | neutral

Compact heads grow almost straight up to a height of 10". Excellent flavor. Unique, almost serrated leaves. Romaine, 45-55 days.

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Dayton, WA | November 2006 | positive

This lettuce is kind of in-between a loose leaf and a romaine, forming a tight rosette of curled leaves. Grows best in early Spring, and ...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | August 2005 | neutral

A 70 day, dark green cultivar with ruffled leaves.

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