Salad greens include lettuce, arugula, and mesclun mixes that are perfect for a homegrown salad. This section covers the essentials for cultivating your own tender salad leaves.
Lettuce is one of the most versatile vegetables in our daily menus – it’s difficult to imagine a meal without a salad on the side. So how can we make sure we get a continuous supply of these lovely leafy greens? Does lettuce regenerate after harvest, and if so, how long does it keep cropping?
Is a building or a tree shading your garden or backyard? Do you want to start growing some simple vegetables, like lettuce, but worry they won’t get enough sunlight to grow and mature? Well, you’re in luck. Lettuce is one of the easiest vegetables to grow, and it does well in the shade.
Arugula is a cold-weather crop that is incredibly fast-growing, hence the name “rocket” salad. It’s one of our favorite leafy greens to throw in our salads and pestos.