Head lettuce (spring) Reine de mai - organic seeds

Butterhead Lettuce 'Reine de Mai' – Hardy and Early Spring Variety

The butterhead lettuce 'Reine de Mai' is a very old French variety, known for its hardiness and early growth. It is particularly suitable for the first spring sowings. This lettuce forms a large, soft green head with a pinkish hue, offering a delicate and flavorful taste.

Growing Tips for Butterhead Lettuce 'Reine de Mai'

Sowing

Sow from February to mid-April under cover.

Sow directly in rows or broadcast, or in a seedbed. If grown in a seedbed, transplant after about four weeks, once the young plants have 4 to 5 leaves, keeping 30 cm between plants.

For direct sowing: thin to 10 cm first, then to 30 cm to allow enough space.

Butterhead lettuce requires good sunlight, well-decomposed compost, and regular watering in dry conditions.

For a continuous harvest, sow every 3 weeks from February to September, selecting suitable varieties for each season.

Care and Disease Prevention

Keep the soil moist by mulching and water regularly during dry spells.

Harvesting

Lettuce is ready for harvest 8 to 10 weeks after sowing. Cut the head at the base once fully formed.

After harvesting, it can be stored for a few days in the refrigerator.

Useful Tips

• Easy to grow, ideal for early spring planting.
• Protect young plants from slugs using natural barriers such as crushed eggshells or coffee grounds.

With proper care, butterhead lettuce 'Reine de Mai' is an excellent choice for early-season harvesting!