Perhaps the easiest vegetable you can grow at home, Lettuce is a popular and well-loved crop worldwide. These plants can grow and thrive in various conditions, making them wonderful options for gardeners of all levels.
Garden Lettuce Care
Lactuca sativa



Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a popular, fast-growing leafy vegetable often found in salads, soups, or stews. It is believed that the plant originated from ancient Egypt, where it was used for consumption. Fast forward to today, you'll be able to find hundreds of lettuce varieties in farmer's markets, supermarkets, and garden centers everywhere in the world. Due to Lettuce consisting of more than 70â„… water, it is one of the few veggies that can't be frozen, canned, or pickled.
How to Care for the Plant
Fun fact
It is the second-most-popular vegetable in the US, right behind the trusty potato. And this is for good reason. With over 2000 varieties, it is hard to get bored of salads!
Popularity
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