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Australian Yellow Leaf

Lettuce

Lactuca sativa 'Australian Yellow Leaf'

Overview
A rare and striking heirloom from Australia featuring unique golden-yellow leaves that create a stunning contrast in the garden and on the plate. This heat-tolerant loose-leaf variety produces tender, mild-flavored leaves that maintain their distinctive color throughout the growing season. The unusual coloration comes from natural breeding, not genetic modification, making this a conversation-starting addition to any heirloom garden.
Planting
Direct seed in early spring or late summer. Can start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting. Succession plant for continuous harvest.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 10" apart. Germination: 7-12.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, slugs, flea beetles. Common diseases: Downy mildew, lettuce mosaic virus.