Farmchoice Altima Lettuce Seeds Sulit Pack 500 Seeds

•Choose the Right Location: Altima lettuce grows best in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. Ensure that the soil drains well to prevent waterlogging, as lettuce plants don't like standing water.

•Prepare the Soil: Before planting, prepare the soil by loosening it to a depth of about 6 to 8 inches. Remove any weeds, rocks, or debris from the planting area. Enrich the soil with organic matter, such as compost or well-rotted manure, to improve fertility and drainage.

•Sowing Seeds: Altima lettuce can be grown from seeds. Sow the seeds directly into the prepared soil. Plant the seeds about 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep and space them about 6 to 8 inches apart in rows that are 12 to 18 inches apart. You can adjust the spacing depending on how large you want your lettuce heads to grow.

•Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water the newly planted seeds gently to avoid displacing them. Once the seedlings emerge, water them regularly, providing about 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week. Avoid overhead watering to prevent leaf diseases.

•Fertilization: Altima lettuce doesn't typically require heavy fertilization if you've prepared the soil adequately with organic matter. However, you can side-dress the plants with a balanced fertilizer when they reach about 3 to 4 inches in height.

•Thinning: Once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves, thin them to the desired spacing. This ensures that each lettuce plant has enough space to grow without competing with neighboring plants for nutrients and water.

•Mulching: Applying a layer of organic mulch around the lettuce plants can help conserve soil moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the roots cool during hot weather.

•Pest and Disease Management: Keep an eye out for common lettuce pests such as aphids, slugs, and snails. You can control these pests by handpicking them or using organic pest control methods. Additionally, monitor for signs of diseases such as downy mildew or lettuce leaf spot, and promptly remove any affected leaves to prevent the spread.

•Harvesting: Altima lettuce typically matures in about 45 to 55 days after planting. You can harvest the outer leaves as needed for a continuous harvest, or you can wait until the entire head forms and harvest it all at once. Cut the lettuce leaves at the base with a sharp knife or scissors