This beautiful and striking lettuce is an old French Heirloom and has been commercially available since 1885. Vigorous growth forming 20 – 30cm (8 – 12 inches) wide rounded heads of green leaves deeply tinged with bright bronze-red. Also known as ‘Marvel of Four Seasons’ or ‘Merveille des Quatre Saison’ and as the name implies Continuity can be grown nearly all year round.
| Maturity | 45 – 55 days |
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| Height | 30 cm (12 inches) |
| Spacing | 30 - 36 cm (12 - 14 inches) |
| Light | Full sun, partial shade |
| Soil | Organic, well draining |
| pH Range | 6.0 to 7.0 |
| Watering | Frequent light watering prevents the lettuce from getting bitter; consistent even moisture is best. |
| Fertilizing | Balanced fertilizer at time of planting; side dress as plant begins to form head. |
| Nutrients Required | Nitrogen = high, Phosphorus = high, Potassium = high |
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