Lettuce, Canasta (Batavian)

Batavia lettuces resemble common lettuce but the leaves are more crinkled, wavier and more heat tolerant. There are bright green and red-brown varieties, and the leaves are typically sweet and crisp. This yummy, red-tinged, Batavia canasta variety is highly heat-tolerant; perfect to grow all year round in Hawaii. The lettuce leaves are sweeter in flavor and are perfect in a sandwich or salad. The red-tipped leaves give it some style as it grows quickly in your garden. This is a great choice for families or for anyone who wants lettuce they can grow year-round. Days to Maturity: 50-60 days  Plant size: 6” tall, and 10-12” wide Plant spacing: 10-16” apart Sun, soil, and water requirement: Finally, lettuce that can handle our sun! Lettuce likes well-draining soil, high in organic matter. Lettuce needs a constant and abundant supply of water during the growing period. Inconsistent watering can affect head formation. Harvesting: Harvest your lettuce head before it begins to bolt (produce fl