Lettuce is one of the vegetables that is very easy to grow in pots and you can even grow it in a small container. Healthy and continuously productive, this crispy salad green has many qualities that make it a blessing for health. Rich in water, fiber, vitamins and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium and sodium, the lettuce is perfect for those who have intestinal transit problems, and also contributes to the smooth functioning of the nervous system.
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You can start to harvest lettuce in no time– about 6 weeks for most of the varieties, it is super easy to grow and productive; similar to spinach. And the best part is you don’t need a lot of space to grow lettuce

Choosing a Pot

Almost all the lettuce varieties grow well in pots. As their shallow roots don’t need deep soil, they do best in wide and shallow containers. The pot must have adequate drainage holes in the bottom and should be at least 6 inches deep. You can use any material for pots such as plastic, clay or terracotta pots.

Planting Lettuce in Pots
Lettuce is a cool season crop and growing lettuce in pots is possible from spring to fall in most of the regions. Although, if you live in INDIA or in subtropical or tropical part of the world, you should try to grow lettuce in winter.

You can easily cultivate the lettuce from seeds or from seedlings. If you want to grow it from seeds, read this post. Alternatively, you can directly buy the seedlings from a nearby nursery.

For continuous harvest do successive planting, sow seeds in every two weeks throughout the growing season.

In summer, when the weather starts to heat up the lettuce tends to bolt, to reduce this tendency keep your potted lettuce plant in a cool spot and provide proper shade.

Spacing

Considering you’re growing lettuce in a small space in your container garden, we assume you’ll harvest your lettuce plants regularly; trying “Cut And Come Again” method. This way you don’t need to care much about spacing.

Sow seeds densely and thin out the seedlings as they grow picking young, tender leaves regularly. Keep the plants 4-6 inches apart (depending on the size of the leaves you want and cultivar). However, head lettuces require more spacing than leaf lettuces and planting depth (8 inches) must be increased too.

Position

The lettuce loves the sunlight (*more in cooler zones) though it can be grown easily in a partially shaded area but if you’re growing lettuce in a warm climate where the sun is intense try to place the pot in a spot that receives only a few hours of morning sun.

During the hottest hours of the day (in the afternoon) it is recommended to create a shade for the plant to prevent the drying of the soil as lettuce prefers slightly moist soil constantly. Also, move the container in a cool spot when the temperature rises as this favorite green is heat sensitive.

Soil

For growing healthy lettuce, use a good quality soil mix which has plenty of organic matter, such as compost and peat. You can also add well-rotted manure or compost additionally. The soil you use must be loamy and well-drained and doesn’t hold water too much.

Watering

In shallow pots, you may need to water frequently so that the plant will not dry out completely. Make sure that you not only keep the soil slightly moist but also avoid to over water your container grown lettuces as over watering can kill the plants due to root rot.

Fertilizer
Because lettuce plants mature quickly, a single or double application of fertilizer is usually all that is needed to boost the production. Before you fertilize, wait for a few weeks to allow the seedlings to establish. To fertilize lettuce you can use a granular balanced fertilizer. You can also use liquid fertilizer for a quick boost. When fertilizing, be sure to follow manufacturer’s instructions as both over and under fertilization can be harmful.

Pests and Diseases

Growing lettuces in containers require care from leaf eating insects. However, if the plants are healthy there are fewer chances of infestation of pests or diseases. Mildew, leaf spot, rot and a variety of bacterial infections are common diseases that can attack lettuce. In pests and insects– caterpillars, cutworms, aphids, maggots and beetles can cause damage to the plant.

Harvesting

Once the lettuce leaves have reached the height of 4-6″ (the baby green size perfect for cut and come again method) or according to your desired size, either pick the outer leaves individually or harvest them by cutting the leaves off 1″ (2-3 cm) from above the base or crown (Must remember, don’t cut into or below the crown or else your plant will die). This way the plant will grow back and you’ll be able to harvest it again.

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You don’t have to have a yard, ideal soil, or perfect drainage to raise roses. All you need is a sunny location and enough room for a large container. Transform a deck, terrace, patio, or balcony into a fragrant retreat with pots glowing with color. Container grown roses live happily for years when given what they need. Just follow these steps:

Choose the right rose. Fragrant, compact, disease-resistant varieties with continual bloom perform best.

Pick the right pot. Anything with a drainage hole will work.

Use quality potting mix and enrich with compost to increase water holding capacity.

Water regularly so that soil is moist, but not wet.
Feed often for more blooms. First in spring, once new growth unfurls, and then after each flush of blooms – about every 4 to 6 weeks. In colder zones, stop fertilizing 8 weeks prior to the first frost.

Prune as normal to deadhead, shape, and control insects and disease.

Re-pot every two to three years to refresh the soil.

Root prune if you’re trying to keep the plant small.

Transplant into a larger container if you notice a decrease in blooms.

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[4] Does Compost Tea Work?
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[7] Installing a Rain Barrel for Beginners
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[8] How to Make Easy Compost
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Composting is the gardener’s way of recycling old plant material into rich, soil-nourishing compost. Plants love it!

Wooden pallets are often free to source and are the perfect size for making a large compost bin.

In this short video we demonstrate how to make a simple but effective compost bin, step-by-step, from pallets.

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An in-depth guide on how to grow Amaryllis and other sub-tropical plants with similar care.

I normally plant my amaryllis in my tropical garden during the summer, but they usually are grown so that they flower around Christmas. Let me know in the comments if you’d like me to do a video on other tropicals or gardening related topics. Remember to rate, comment, and subscribe.
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I love making my own organic fruit tea to help me pass the winter months. The best part is it is simple to grow and make your own tea at home.

All you need is some soil, light, space and time.

I use mint as the teas base and add fruit such as raspberries, strawberries and even blueberries although most fruit will make a great tea!

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Delicious, aromatic herbs look fantastic in pots and can transform your cooking. Grow several different types together and you’ll enjoy fresh pickings time and again.

A herb planter looks gorgeous and makes a unique, personal gift for your gardening- or cooking-obsessed loved ones.

In this short video you’ll find out which herbs grow well in containers and discover our top tips for growing herbs in pots.

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If you love growing your own food, why not take a look at our online Garden Planner which is available from several major websites and seed suppliers:
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