Lettuce 'Yedikule'
(Romaine, 60 days)
600 seeds $3.00
Yedikule is a rare lettuce from Istanbul, Turkey. It has been grown there for 1500 years. It is now endangered because of increasing urbanization. This is one of my favorites for delicious flavor and heat tolerance.
Turkish heirloom, ancient. See this article for the history.
Sowing Lettuce 'Yedikule' Seeds
Sow lettuce seeds outdoors in early spring. Sow on the surface in very shallow furrows, or cover lightly with soil. Thin to 8" apart. Full sun to part shade.