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Its mellifluous Hawaiian name may mean “rainbow,” but this lettuce is a beautiful, uniform bright green. A slow grower and bolter, ‘Anuenue’ matures as the days get shorter and the heat gets stronger. This University of Hawaii introduction bears crisp, sweet, succulent leaves and remains compact as it grows, surrounding its round, tightly packed heart with crisp outer leaves. Unlike the seed of most lettuce varieties, its seed will germinate at 80 degrees; this variety also has some cool-season hardiness when protected. Crisphead, 50 days.
Learn to Grow Anuenue Lettuce
Instructions – Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Planting:
- Spacing: Plant seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep and space plants 8-16 inches apart.
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun, but can tolerate partial shade.
- Soil: Lettuce thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral pH.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
- Harvesting: Harvest the outer leaves first, allowing the plant to continue growing.
Health Benefits:
- Hydration: Lettuce is high in water content, making it a hydrating snack.
- Low Calorie: It’s low in calories, making it a good choice for those looking to maintain or lose weight.
- Dietary Fiber: It provides dietary fiber which aids in digestion.
- Vitamins: It contains vitamins A and K, which are essential for eye health and blood clotting respectively.
- Minerals: Lettuce is a source of calcium and potassium, important for bone health and blood pressure control.
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