Lettuce ‘Vera’ Seed
55 – 65 days to harvest. Sweet, attractive, glossy green leaves, medium to large head. Crispy and crunchy. Excellent in salads and as a garnish. Seeds will germinate in 7 days. Full sun. Average water needs. Moist but well-draining compost-rich loose soil.
1000 seeds
20 in stock
ZK30.00
20 in stock
Lettuce 'Vera'
Vera is a dependable green leaf lettuce variety prized for its crisp texture, mild flavour, and excellent heat tolerance. The attractive, loosely formed heads produce abundant bright green leaves with ruffled edges, making them perfect for salads, sandwiches, wraps, and garnishes. Slow to bolt and easy to grow, Vera provides a long harvesting season and performs especially well in warmer climates.
Days to Harvest: 55–65 days
Growing Instructions:
- Sow seeds directly into the garden or start in seed trays.
- Plant seeds 0.5 cm deep.
- Space plants 20–30 cm apart, with 30–45 cm between rows.
- Choose a sunny location or partial shade in hot weather.
- Grow in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost.
- Keep soil consistently moist for best leaf quality.
- Thin seedlings early to prevent overcrowding.
- Harvest outer leaves as needed for a cut-and-come-again crop or harvest the entire plant when mature.
- Succession sow every few weeks for a continuous supply.
An easy-to-grow lettuce that delivers crisp, tender leaves over a long season. Its heat tolerance and slow bolting habit make it an excellent choice for home gardens and fresh salads throughout the year.
