Lettuce Mesclun Q's Medley Org

Chef's Medley Mesclun Lettuce Seeds
Organic
Prominent, local chef, John Platt, creates some of the best dishes in Boulder, Colorado. That's why we trusted him to choose this special medley-25% each of 'Lolla Rossa' and 'Oak Leaf' lettuces; 10% each of 'Black Seeded Simpson' and 'Summer Bibb' lettuces, arugula, mizuna, and tatsoi. A good container mix.
Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa, Brassica rapa, Eruca sativa

Days to Maturity: 20-45 days

Family: Asteraceae

Native: UnUnknown; lettuce has been in cultivation for a long time.

Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annuals

Plant Dimensions: Leaves are harvested at 4"-6" tall for mesclun.

Variety Information: LEAF LETTUCES: 'LOLLA ROSA': Deeply curled leaves with very frilly, red edges. 'OAK LEAF': Medium green, deeply lobed, oak leaf-shaped leaves with mild flavor, and slower to bolt. 'BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON': Crinkled, light green, crisp leaves with frilly edges. SUMMER BIBB LETTUCE: Soft, slightly crumpled light-green leaves in a loose head, often with a creamy yellow core. GREENS: ARUGULA (rocket salad): Medium green, deeply lobed leaves are rich and peppery with a hint of nut. MUSTARD, 'MIZUNA': Thin stems, serrated light green leaves with slightly peppery, mildly spicy flavor. BOK CHOY, 'TATSOI': Thick, dark green leaves with a milder flavor than western head cabbage.