Lettuce ‘Freckles’

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Lactuca Sativa – 0.25g – Approx 200 Seeds        

Lettuce ‘Freckles’ is an Austrian heirloom from the late 1700s. It has been a favourite of chefs and gardeners for generations. Its beautiful, crisp green leaves are flecked with wine-red spots, visually elevating even the simplest of salads. The sweet, buttery texture is sure to impress too!

Sow the seeds undercover in late winter/early spring. Can also be direct sown in late spring/early summer or late summer/early autumn. Early and late sowings will need protection. Thins seedlings when large enough to handle. Sow in succession for a continuous supply.

Seed Story

Lettuce was first cultivated in Ancient Egypt where they used to extract oil from the seeds.

It was also considered to be a sacred plant of the reproduction god; Min

The Ancient Greeks learned from the Egyptians how to grow lettuce and often served it as a salad at the beginning of meals to help with digestion.