Q: Can this lettuce grow in balcony flower‑pots?
A: The loose‑leaf lettuce is perfectly suited for potted container cultivation.
Q: Is seed soaking necessary before sowing?
A: Direct sowing works fine. Short‑time soaking in room‑temperature‑water can speed‑up germination.
Q: What triggers bitter‑tasting lettuce leaves?
A: Sustained high‑temperature conditions, uneven watering and bolting are the main causes.
Q: Am I allowed to harvest leaves multiple times?
A: New tender‑sized leaves will keep regrowing after you collect the mature outer leaves.
Q: How long can unplanted seeds stay viable?
A: Well‑sealed seeds remain workable for 2‑3 years when stored in cool, dry and dark environments.