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Loose Leaf Green Grand Rapids

Lettuce

Lactuca sativa 'Grand Rapids'

Overview
A classic loose-leaf variety that's been a garden favorite since the 1800s, prized for its reliability and heat tolerance. This fast-growing lettuce produces abundant, frilly green leaves with excellent flavor and crisp texture. Perfect for continuous harvest and ideal for beginners who want guaranteed success.
Planting
Direct sow seeds 1/4 inch deep. Plant every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest. Can start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, flea beetles, slugs, rabbits. Common diseases: Downy mildew, lettuce drop, bottom rot.