Where do lettuce seeds come from?

How to get lettuce seeds

The seeds of lettuce grow in the heart of the vegetable. After the vegetable grows and matures, do not rush to harvest it. A stem will grow inside the heart of the vegetable. In autumn, the seeds will mature and can be harvested at this time.

After the lettuce seeds are harvested, they must first be screened to remove all those that are shriveled or infested with insects. Then, after the seeds are dried, they are placed in sealed containers such as jars and sealed bags for storage.

What do lettuce seeds look like?

The seeds of lettuce are large, about 4 mm long, oblanceolate in shape, flattened, light brown in color, with obvious fine veins on the seeds and a sharp tip.

How to plant lettuce seeds

Lettuce seeds can be planted in spring, summer and autumn. If they are planted in a greenhouse, they can also be planted in winter. Generally, they will mature and be available on the market 100-120 days after sowing.

1. Seed germination: When planting lettuce seeds, choose loose and fertile soil, and apply farmyard manure into it. Wait until the seeds germinate and turn white before sowing.

2. Sowing: Mix the lettuce seeds with wet sand evenly before sowing, then broadcast them. Cover them with soil after sowing and pay attention to the fertilizer and water management in the later stage.