Thanks, pod.
Looking at the lettuces on Victory Seeds, I saw some that sound wonderful, several of which I can't pronounce. Plan to order all 3. Each cost $1.95 per packet and a packet contains one gram, which is approximately 500 to 600 seeds. Would be happy to share a few seeds. Sounds like they'd be especially good for our many Texas micro climates. If anyone has conflicting information, speak (or type) now.
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(Leaf-type Lettuce)
55 days — The vigorous growing plants reach up to 18 inches in height, upright, and sturdy. The vibrant green leaves are interestingly shaped, almost like dandelion leaves. The flavor is sweet, crisp, and remains so long after other varieties have grown bitter with maturity.
It can be sown in spring or fall in most areas and is a "cut and come again" type.
and
Sweet Valentine
(Romaine-type Lettuce)
55 days — A fast-growing romaine type that is slow to bolt even in hot conditions. The deep red leaves form a nice romaine head at maturity. The flavor is exceptionally sweet and mild.
It can be sown in spring or fall in most areas.
and one more:
Merveille de Quatre Saisons
(Bibb-type)
40 days — "Marvel of Four Seasons," as the name suggests, is a marvelous lettuce variety that can be grown nearly year-round. This French heirloom was first introduced to Americans on the PBS series, "The Victory Garden."
Ruby red-tipped leaves that surround tight folded green hearts. Does great through the summer heat and can withstand down to 20ºF in a sealed greenhouse or in cloches.
I did say that the catalog was making me hungry, right?
