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Lettuce can be harvested when the head has reached the desired size
When does the lettuce have harvest time?
Lettuce can be harvested two to four months after sowing, depending on the variety. How to determine the time of harvesting exactly and what to pay attention to when harvesting is explained below.
When is the lettuce ready for harvest?
The exact harvest time varies enormously depending on the lettuce varieties. Fast-growing varieties can be harvested after just six or eight weeks, whereas very large lettuces take up to four months to reach full size.
The exact development time is usually noted on the seed pack. Here you will also find an overview of the most common types of lettuce and their harvest period.
In general, you can not do much wrong at harvest time, unless you harvest too late. Simply harvest your lettuce when you are satisfied with the size or harvest the outer leaves for an extended period of time and let your lettuce grow.
Do not reap too late
Once the lettuce is about to flower, it should be completely harvested. The blossom costs the lettuce power and nutrients, which it extracts from the leaves, so that they are less aromatic and nutritious.