{"product_id":"mixed-lettuce-salad-seeds","title":"Mixed Lettuce Salad Seeds - UNIPACK  (SUMMER\/ WINTER)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMixed Lettuce Salad is a colourful blend of green and reddish lettuce types selected for fresh home-grown salads. The mix produces leaves with different shapes, shades and textures, making it an attractive choice for kitchen gardens, raised beds, pots and grow bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung leaves may be harvested for baby-leaf salads, while plants can also be allowed to develop larger leaves for repeated picking. The tender foliage can be used in salads, sandwiches, wraps and garnishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLettuce is naturally valued as a fresh leafy vegetable and can be included as part of a balanced diet. For best colour, texture and growth, cultivate the plants during Pakistan’s cooler growing periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixed green and reddish lettuce leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for salads, sandwiches and garnishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be harvested as baby leaves or mature foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for pots, grow bags and garden beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood choice for home and kitchen gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeated leaf harvesting is possible with proper care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Instructions for Pakistan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing Seasons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e February to April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn and early winter:\u003c\/strong\u003e September to November\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn warmer areas, sow during the cooler part of these periods. Protect young plants from strong heat, hot winds and harsh afternoon sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill a seed tray, pot or garden bed with soft, fertile and well-draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow the seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover lightly with fine soil or compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater gently using a fine shower so the seeds are not displaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the container in bright light with protection from intense afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGermination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds generally germinate within \u003cstrong\u003e5–12 days\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on temperature, moisture and seed condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor mature plants:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistance between rows:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistance between plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor baby-leaf production, seeds may be sown more closely and harvested while the leaves are young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse rich, soft and well-draining soil. A suitable mixture may contain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50% sandy garden soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50% well-rotted organic matter or vermicompost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soil should retain light moisture without becoming compacted or waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide around \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 hours of gentle sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e. During warm weather, morning sunlight with afternoon shade is preferable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater whenever the upper soil begins to feel slightly dry. Maintain even moisture, as irregular watering can affect leaf quality. Avoid standing water around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix vermicompost or well-rotted compost into the soil before sowing. During growth, a light application of organic fertilizer may be given every 15–20 days. Avoid excessive fertilizer, especially in very hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby leaves may be harvested when they reach a suitable usable size. For continued production, pick the outer leaves first and leave the central growing point undamaged. Harvest during the cool morning hours for fresher leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect seedlings from birds, slugs and snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid overcrowding; thin excess seedlings where necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure good airflow around the plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a light mulch to help retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide partial shade if temperatures become unusually high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash harvested leaves thoroughly before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Green Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47399938294017,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/6266\/6497\/files\/Mixed_lettuce_salad_Seeds_-_UNIPACK___GREEN_GARDENS_2.png?v=1781882741","url":"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/mixed-lettuce-salad-seeds","provider":"Green Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}