Pruning guide
How to prune batavian lettuce
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Pruning batavian lettuce — FAQ
When should I prune batavian lettuce?
Once the head is partially mature; remove bolt stalks as soon as they appear. Harvest outer leaves individually or cut the whole head 1 inch above the root to allow a secondary flush. Snap off any emerging flower stalks at the base.
How often does batavian lettuce need pruning?
Every 1–2 weeks; remove bolt stalks immediately as seen. Batavian lettuce responds well to cut-and-come-again harvesting rather than formal pruning. Remove outer leaves when they are large enough to eat, leaving the central rosette to keep producing. If a flower stalk emerges, remove it promptly to extend the harvest, but once bolting is advanced, the plant is spent.
How do you prune batavian lettuce?
Harvest outer leaves individually or cut the whole head 1 inch above the root to allow a secondary flush. Snap off any emerging flower stalks at the base.