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Nevada
LettuceLactuca sativa 'Nevada'
- Partial sun
- Zones 2–11
- 48 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 10" spacing
- pH 6–7.5
Overview
A heat-warrior among lettuces, Nevada batavian was specifically bred to thrive in hot, challenging conditions where other varieties fail. This sturdy variety produces large, thick, savoy-textured leaves that stay sweet and crisp even in summer heat. The ultimate lettuce for gardeners in hot climates who thought they couldn't grow lettuce in summer.
Planting
Direct sow in late spring through summer. Can succession plant every 2-3 weeks. Performs best in temperatures other lettuces can't handle.
Growing
Sun: partial. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 10" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, thrips, leafminers in hot weather. Common diseases: Downy mildew, bacterial spot, heat stress disorders.