Mini romaine lettuce 'Sucrette Verte' (Lactuca sativa) – offered by Semences WH Perron
Mini romaine lettuce 'Sucrette Verte' is a compact and delicious variety, ideal for gourmet salads. Nicknamed 'fat' for its thick and tender leaves, it offers a mild, almost sweet flavour. Its dense head is resistant to heat and bolting, making it perfect for summer crops. Adapted to different types of soil, this lettuce guarantees a crunchy texture and refined taste with minimal maintenance.
Spread : 20 to 30 cm
Plant height : 15 to 20 cm
Quantity per pack : 20 seeds
Companion plants : Garlic, artichoke, beetroot, chervil, curly endive, cabbage, kohlrabi, cucumber, shallot, strawberry, lettuce, onion, turnip, parsnip, peas, radish, salsify
Enemy plants : Celery, celeriac, parsley
Cultivation method:
Sow directly into the ground as soon as the soil is workable, or start indoors for an early start. Plant in loose, well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter. Space plants 8 to 10 inches apart in the row and rows 12 to 16 inches apart to promote good aeration and prevent disease. 'Sucrette Verte' lettuce prefers a sunny to partial shade exposure and regular watering to maintain moisture. Harvest when the head is well formed, early in the morning, for optimum freshness.
Ideal for urban vegetable gardens or larger gardens, 'Sucrette Verte' lettuce combines ease of cultivation, resistance and exquisite flavour, enriching your meals with fresh, crisp leaves all season long.
