Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce Seeds

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[Lactuca sativa var. crispa] Green barba dei frati lettuce seeds, compact head, pointed leaves, rich in iron and vitamins.

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Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce

A very compact, productive variety, Green Barba dei Frati forms a medium-sized head with pointed leaf tips, particularly rich in iron, potassium and B vitamins.

The Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce Plant

It belongs to the species Lactuca sativa var. crispa, family Asteraceae. A compact head with elongated, narrow, toothed and pointed leaves, in uniform intense green.

How to Sow Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce

Sow in succession throughout the year; harvest about 35 days after transplanting, with the plant regrowing quickly after each cut.

How to Grow Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce

Thanks to its compactness, it also adapts well to small gardens or container growing, while still maintaining good yield per plant.

Tips for Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce

Its strong regrowth ability after cutting makes it one of the most productive cut-and-come-again lettuces; regular watering favours quick, tender regrowth.

Diseases and Pests of Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce

Watch for slugs and aphids, especially on tender regrowth after cutting; downy mildew can appear in overly humid conditions.

Uses and Curiosities of Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce

These salads have a very low calorie content as they are mostly made of water; their good fibre content helps support healthy digestion.

Properties of Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce

Rich in carotenoids, iron, potassium and vitamins A, B2 and C; its fibre content makes it useful for digestive regularity as well as a light diet.

Nutritional Values of Green Barba dei Frati Lettuce

Per 100 grams, Green Barba dei Frati lettuce provides about 14 kcal, 1.2 g protein, 2.0 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 1.3 g fibre. Good source of iron and vitamin C.