The Challenge of Growing Lettuce in Summer
Lettuce is considered a winter crop, but advances in seed varieties have made summer cultivation possible. El Meir Seeds provides heat-resistant lettuce varieties.
Heat-Resistant Variety Characteristics
- Tolerance to temperatures up to 35 degrees
- Resistance to premature bolting
- Rapid growth (45-55 days)
- Excellent leaf quality
Summer Cultivation Techniques
Use 40% shade nets and drip irrigation in the early morning. Avoid irrigation at midday.
Rapid Cooling
After harvest, use Golden Fruit's rapid cooling services to maintain leaf quality.