Pliant lettuce (Lactuca viminea)

Pliant lettuce

Pliant lettuce is a spiny looking shrub which produces dainty yellow flowers, making it very appealing when spotted in meadows, its preferred habitat. Its stems contain a milk-white sap. Pliant lettuce is native to parts of Europe and Asia.

Scientific classification

Species

Pliant lettuce (Lactuca viminea)

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Spring, Summer

Bloom Time

35 cm to 1.5 m

Plant Height

Green, Blue

Leaf Color

Yellow

Flower Color

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Pliant lettuce

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from dry regions, pliant lettuce is drought-tolerant and needs deep watering every 2-3 weeks. As an outdoor plant, it benefits from aligning its growing season with local rainfall patterns to ensure optimal growth and efficient water use.

Fertilize: Providing pliant lettuce with balanced fertilizers enhances growth in active seasons. Use a high-nitrogen mix at quarter-strength monthly in spring and summer, and stop during winter dormancy to avoid overfeeding. Following product instructions prevents nutrient burn, ensuring optimal vitality and resilience throughout its life cycle.

Pruning: Pliant lettuce features slender stems and lobed leaves. Prune in early spring for healthy growth, removing dead stems and thinning overcrowded areas to improve air circulation. Regular pinching back aids height control. Clean cuts prevent disease while promoting a robust structure and vigorous growth.

Propagation: Pliant lettuce is propagated through cuttings, allowing for cloning of preferred specimens. Cuttings require a well-draining, fertile substrate and indirect light. Quick root development is expected, and it's crucial to protect young plants from pests and diseases for optimal growth.

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