Lamb's Lettuce Grote Noordhollandse is a organically grown corn salad variety and it has large elongated dark green leaves and it forms loose rosettes. The leaves are tender with a delicious slightly nutlike flavour. Lamb's Lettuce Grote Noordhollandse is a vigorous and productive variety that forms large, elongated, dark green leaves in loose rosettes. The leaves are tender, juicy and have a delicate, slightly nutty flavour. Thanks to its excellent winter hardiness, this variety continues to grow even at low temperatures, making it suitable for an extended harvest period. In mild winters, it can even be harvested from autumn through to spring. Lamb's Lettuce Grote Noordhollandse is especially valued for its soft, crisp leaves and subtle, slightly nutty taste. The leaves are highly versatile and can be enjoyed both raw and cooked. Raw, they are perfect for green salads, meal salads and winter salads. Their mild flavour pairs beautifully with apples, pears, beetroot, avocado, walnuts, hazelnuts and pomegranate seeds. They also make an excellent base for salads with goat's cheese, feta, blue cheese or aged cheese. Dressings made with olive oil, walnut oil or a honey-mustard vinaigrette complement the nutty flavour perfectly.
Lamb's lettuce is also a delicious addition to sandwiches, wraps, burgers and filled rolls. The young leaves can be stirred into soups just before serving, where they wilt slightly while retaining their fresh flavour. In traditional mashed potato dishes, they add a fresh, delicate note and combine particularly well with potatoes, bacon, smoked sausage and mushrooms. The leaves can also be briefly sautéed or braised as a leafy vegetable. Cook them for only a few minutes to preserve their tender texture and nutritional value. Lamb's lettuce is equally suitable for pasta dishes, risottos, quiches, savoury pies and omelettes, and, like spinach, can be used in creamy sauces or blended into a fresh green pesto. Rich in vitamins A and C, folate, and minerals such as iron and potassium, Lamb's Lettuce Grote Noordhollandse is not only delicious but also highly nutritious for both cold and warm dishes. This variety tolerates cold weather and moderate frost very well. Hardy annual. Height: 10 - 20 cm.
Outdoor sowing: Early August - September
Outdoor sowing under glass: September - October
Germination: 14 - 21 days
Germination temp.: 10 - 16 °C
Sowing depth: ½ cm
Planting distance: 7 - 10 cm
Distance between the rows: 10 - 15 cm
Plant position: full sun
Days till harvest: 60 - 90 days
Sow Lamb's Lettuce outdoors from early August to September. Sow in rows 10 - 15 cm apart to make weeding between the rows easier. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of seed compost or fine soil. Lamb's lettuce is undemanding and grows well in a wide range of well-drained garden soils. If the seedlings emerge too densely, thin them to 7 - 10 cm apart to encourage the formation of large, healthy rosettes. Avoid overwatering, as excessive moisture may cause the leaves to rot. Ensure good drainage while keeping the soil evenly moist during dry periods.
Sowing under protection is possible from September to October in an unheated greenhouse, cold frame or polytunnel. This extends the growing season and protects the young seedlings from frost. Protect lamb's lettuce from slugs, as they are particularly fond of the tender leaves. The plants tolerate moderate frost down to approximately –5 °C. During periods of more severe frost, protection with fleece or plastic tunnels is recommended. Ensure that plastic tunnels are adequately ventilated to prevent excessive humidity, which can lead to leaf rot and fungal diseases.
For a continuous harvest, sow a small quantity every three weeks. Harvest when the plants are approximately 8 - 10 cm tall. Lamb's lettuce is best sown directly outdoors, as its delicate root system does not tolerate transplanting well.
