Lettuce (Tropical Varieties)

Lactuca sativa

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Lettuce (Tropical Varieties) - Vegetable

Choose heat-tolerant types (e.g., looseleaf); partial shade improves quality in tropics.

🌞 Light & Temperature

Light: Morning sun + afternoon shade

Temperature: 20–30°C

🪴 Pot & Soil

Pot: Shallow wide planters; succession sowing recommended.

Soil Mix: Moisture-retentive with compost and coco coir

💧 Watering

Schedule: Keep evenly moist; 2–3x/week

Amount: 1–2 L

Avoid drought to prevent bitterness/bolting

🧪 Fertilizing

Type: Leafy veg feed

Frequency: Weekly light liquid

Dosage: Half-strength liquid; avoid heavy salts

🥕 Harvest

Start: 25–35 days baby; 40–55 days mature

Duration: Cut-and-come-again for weeks

Harvest Indicators: Leaves crisp and full size

Tips: Harvest mornings for best quality

🌱 Propagation

Direct sow or transplant gently

🐛 Pests & Diseases

  • Snails/slugs: Hand-pick; barriers; traps

🌦️ Seasonal Notes (Malaysia)

Best in cooler/rainy months; provide shade cloth in heat waves.

📝 Planting Notes

Sow every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.

💡 Extra Care Tips

  • Keep evenly moist
  • Partial shade helps quality
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Note

Schedules are guidelines—adjust for your microclimate, pot size, and weather. During heavy monsoon rain, reduce watering and improve drainage.

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