Deer Tongue – Organic Lettuce Seed

Description

Product Description:
The Marie Ballard Aster Deer Tongue Organic Lettuce Seed offers a unique and flavorful variety of lettuce, perfect for gardeners seeking a tender, crisp, and delicious addition to their vegetable garden. This heirloom lettuce variety is known for its distinctive, elongated leaves that resemble the shape of a deer’s tongue, hence the name. With a mild, slightly sweet flavor and a crisp texture, Deer Tongue lettuce is perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, or wraps.

Grown organically, the Deer Tongue lettuce is a great choice for gardeners who prefer to grow their greens without the use of synthetic chemicals or GMOs. This hardy variety thrives in cooler weather and offers an early harvest, making it a perfect choice for both spring and fall gardens. Whether you’re new to gardening or an experienced grower, this lettuce variety will provide a steady supply of fresh, flavorful leaves all season long.

Features:

• Organic and Non-GMO: Certified organic, grown without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, offering a healthier and more eco-friendly option for your garden.
• Unique Leaf Shape: The elongated, spear-shaped leaves give this lettuce its distinctive "deer tongue" appearance, adding visual interest to your garden and meals.
• Mild, Sweet Flavor: Known for its delicate, sweet flavor and crisp texture, perfect for fresh salads, wraps, or sandwiches.
• Early Harvest: Grows quickly and is ideal for early spring and fall plantings, providing a fast crop for garden-to-table enjoyment.
• Cold Tolerant: Prefers cooler temperatures, making it a great option for spring and fall gardens or cooler climates.
• High Yield: Produces a generous supply of tender, flavorful leaves that are perfect for multiple harvests throughout the growing season.
• Easy to Grow: Ideal for both beginners and experienced gardeners, this variety is easy to grow and thrives in a variety of soil types.

Specifications:

• Plant Height: 6-12 inches tall
• Leaf Color: Light green with a soft, slightly ruffled edge
• Leaf Shape: Elongated, spear-shaped leaves
• Germination Rate: 85-90%
• Planting Depth: 1/8 to 1/4 inch
• Spacing: 6-8 inches apart between plants, 12-18 inches between rows
• Harvest Time: 50-60 days after planting for full maturity
• Climate: Prefers cooler climates and partial to full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0
• Storage: Best consumed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week
• Organic: Certified organic, non-GMO seeds

The Marie Ballard Aster Deer Tongue Organic Lettuce Seed is the perfect choice for gardeners looking to grow a unique, flavorful, and easy-to-grow lettuce variety. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this variety will provide you with tender, crisp leaves for a variety of delicious dishes all season long. Grow your own Deer Tongue lettuce and enjoy a fresh, healthy harvest of organic greens in your garden!