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This guide is for home gardeners seeking a reliable and productive lettuce variety for small spaces. The Marshalls Garden Trophy Lambs lettuce offers consistently high yields of tasty, bolt-resistant leaves, perfect for quick homegrown salads. A potential caveat is the need for consistent moisture to prevent bolting, even with its resistance.
| Model Part Number | 500 Seeds |
|---|---|
| Brand | Marshalls Garden |
You can sow Trophy Lambs lettuce from early spring through to autumn. It is particularly well-suited for succession sowing in late summer for a winter harvest due to its hardiness.
Trophy Lambs is a fast-growing variety. You can typically begin harvesting outer leaves in about 4-6 weeks after sowing.
Yes, it can be grown indoors in pots or containers placed on a sunny windowsill. Ensure good light and consistent moisture.
'Bolt-resistant' means the plant is less likely to quickly produce a flower stalk (bolt) in response to heat or stress, allowing you to harvest edible leaves for a longer period.
Harvest the outer, older leaves first. Leave the central core of the plant intact, allowing it to continue growing and producing new leaves for subsequent harvests.
It is winter-hardy and can withstand light frosts, making it suitable for extending the growing season in cooler climates. Protect from severe freezes.
500 seeds provide ample opportunity for high yields. Depending on spacing and conditions, you can expect a significant amount of lettuce from this quantity, suitable for regular consumption or for larger gardening projects.
Ensure consistent soil moisture. While bolt-resistant, extreme heat or prolonged dry spells can still trigger bolting. Harvest regularly.
This could indicate overwatering or poor drainage. Check soil moisture and ensure adequate drainage, especially in containers.
Inspect plants for slugs, snails, or caterpillars. Use appropriate pest control methods, such as barriers or organic deterrents.
Ensure the plant is receiving adequate sunlight and nutrients. Check soil conditions and water regularly.
Sowing:
Sow seeds directly into well-drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded location. For containers, use a quality potting mix. Sow seeds thinly about 0.5-1cm deep.
Spacing:
If sowing direct, thin seedlings to approximately 15-20cm apart once they have a few true leaves. For pots, sow a few seeds per pot and thin to the strongest seedling.
Watering:
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods, to prevent bolting and ensure good leaf development. Avoid overhead watering late in the day to reduce disease risk.
Care:
Protect young seedlings from pests like slugs and snails. Ensure good air circulation, especially in damp conditions.
Compatibility:
This lettuce is highly compatible with container gardening, window boxes, raised beds, and traditional garden plots. It grows well alongside other leafy greens and root vegetables.
