| Common Name | Lettuce |
|---|---|
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Top Category | Head Lettuce |
| Flavor Profile | Mild, Slightly Sweet |
| Fruit Size | 7" - 8" diameter |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Harvest Advantages | Fresh Eating |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Edible |
| Plant Height | 10" - 12" |
| Plant Resistance | Downy Mildew, Fusariam Wilt |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary |
| Seed Form | Pelleted |
Meridian
Lettuce
Starting at $3.70
Meridian is an excellent replacement for Caretaker, which is no longer available. A versatile variety that performs across multiple climates and has good heat tolerance. Meridian forms well-filled heads with a nice shape and short core; easy to cut and clean. Plants are compact, resist bolting, and carry high resistance to Downy Mildew and good resistance to Fusarium 1.
| Days to Maturity | 69 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 8" |
| Planting Depth | 1/8” |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow, Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | Average |
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