Many leaf lettuce varieties can be cut and allowed to regrow for up to 4 harvests. Plants will regenerate in about two weeks.
Lettuce can be harvested using a sharp, serrated knife, like a steak knife.
Storage and Use
Lettuce should not be washed before storage. Harvest when dry, store, and wash before use.
Store in a refrigerator crisper drawer, for about 2 weeks if it is a crisphead variety or for up to 4 weeks for bib and leaf lettuces.
Head lettuce varieties are great for sandwiches, burgers, wraps and more.
Leaf lettuce varieties are great for salads.
Lettuce varieties come in many colors and different flavors. Experiment with varieties and mixes to add new flavors to your salads, sandwiches and more.
References
Home Vegetable Gardening in Kentucky. ID-128. University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service
Markham, B.L. 2014. The MiniFarmingTM Bible: The Complete Guide to Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre. SkyHorse Publishing. New York, New York.
Stone, C. 2016. The Urban Farmer: Growing Food for Profit on Leased and Borrowed Land. New Society Publishers. Gabriola Island, BC, Canada.
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