Lovelock Lettuce
Best heat-tolerant choice for home gardeners seeking crisp, flavorful summer salads.
Discover Lovelock Lettuce, an exceptional open-pollinated, organic variety of *Lactuca sativa*. This heat-tolerant lettuce thrives in home gardens, producing crisp, sweet heads with visually appealing red-edged leaves. Its slightly savoyed leaves frame bright green hearts, maturing in approximately 48 days. Lovelock Lettuce offers reliable garden performance and outstanding flavor, making it a prime choice for vibrant, fresh salads and culinary dishes.
$4.15
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
270
/ 5867
#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Days to Maturity
48
/ days
Who it's for
- Gardeners in hot climates wanting a longer harvest season
- Organic growers prioritizing clean, non-GMO seed sources
- Home cooks seeking flexible, high-yield lettuce options
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unable to commit to regular pest monitoring
- Shoppers needing greens with a longer refrigerator shelf life
- Budget-conscious growers looking for standard commercial seed pricing
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Stays crisp and avoids bolting even when summer temperatures climb high.
Disease Resistance
Robust protection against Downy Mildew and Lettuce Mosaic Virus ensures healthy harvests.
Growth Speed
Forty-eight day maturity window allows for rapid turnover in the garden.
Flavor Profile
Delivers a consistently sweet, juicy crunch that elevates any fresh salad.
Visual Appeal
Striking red-edged leaves provide a beautiful contrast against bright green hearts.
Garden Reliability
Open-pollinated genetics provide dependable performance for home gardeners of all levels.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
48 days
Seed Count Average
24,000 seeds/oz
Seeding Depth
1/8 inch
Soil pH Requirement
6.2-6.8
High Resistance
Downy Mildew, Lettuce Mosaic Virus / MT0-30
Seeding Rate (Full Size)
360 plants/100’ beds
Susceptible to
Tarnished Plant Bugs, Slugs, Snails
Water Needs
Moderate
Features
- Heat tolerant to prevent bolting
- Crisp, juicy, and sweet flavor
- Attractive red-edged leaves
- Forms a dense, crisp head
- Open-Pollinated organic variety
- High disease resistance
- Reliable garden performance
- Quick maturity
What customers say
Lovelock Lettuce is highly praised for its exceptional culinary quality and reliable performance. Gardeners consistently report excellent germination and vigorous, healthy growth. The flavor is a standout feature, described as sweet, buttery, and wonderfully crisp, perfect for fresh salads. A major benefit is its impressive resistance to bolting, allowing for an extended harvest even through summer heat, unlike many traditional varieties. Its striking red and green coloration adds significant visual appeal to the garden and plate. While the seed cost may be slightly higher, customers agree that the superior quality, dependable results, and delicious yield fully justify the investment, making it a strongly recommended choice for home growers.
Know before you buy
Lovelock Lettuce matures quickly, typically reaching harvest size in approximately 48 days after planting.
Yes, Lovelock is specifically bred for heat tolerance, which helps prevent the plant from bolting prematurely during warmer weather.
For optimal growth, plant your seeds in soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8. Ensure the seeds are sown at a shallow depth of 1/8 inch to encourage proper germination.
This variety offers high resistance to Downy Mildew and Lettuce Mosaic Virus, making it a reliable choice for gardeners looking to avoid common lettuce ailments.
Lovelock Lettuce is not recommended for container gardening. It performs best when planted directly in garden beds.
While it is a robust variety, you should keep an eye out for slugs, snails, and tarnished plant bugs, as these are the primary pests that can affect the plants.
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