Drunken Woman Loose Leaf Lettuce Seeds (Organic)

Drunken Woman Loose Leaf Lettuce, also known as "Mâche Frisée," presents a distinctive and visually appealing addition to gardens and salads. Originating in France, this cultivar has gained popularity for its unique appearance and mild, delightful flavor. Contrary to its intriguing name, Drunken Woman Lettuce doesn’t have distinct subspecies but stands out as a standalone variety. Its aesthetic charm lies in its loose, frilly leaves that boast a vibrant spectrum of colors, ranging from green to deep red, resembling the tousled hair of a carefree figure, hence the name.

Variety Details

• Plant type: Annual
• Growth habit: Herbaceous
• Crop category: Lettuce
• Kitchen profile: Drunken Woman Loose Leaf Lettuce, also known as "Mâche Frisée," presents a distinctive and visually appealing addition to gardens and salads.
• Recorded feature: Open-Pollinated
• Product format: Seed packet

Sowing & Growing

• Maturity: Typically, Drunken Woman Lettuce matures within 40-50 days after planting, providing a generous yield of visually…
• Light: Full Sun/Part Sun
• Planting season: Fall or Spring
• Starting location: Direct Sow or Start Indoors & Transplant
• Recorded USDA zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Prepare a fine seedbed for Drunken Woman Loose Leaf Lettuce and keep the shallow sowing zone evenly moist while seedlings emerge. Thin according to the intended harvest stage: closer spacing can suit young leaves, while mature heads need more room. In warming weather, evaluate soil moisture and plant condition frequently instead of following a universal schedule. Pick outer leaves or cut mature plants at the stage you prefer. Record sowing and harvest dates to refine timing for the next planting.

Before sowing Drunken Woman Loose Leaf Lettuce, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.

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