Salanova Green Crispy
Lactuca sativa 'Salanova Green Crispy'
A revolutionary modern hybrid that transforms salad preparation with its innovative multi-leaf technology - one cut at the base yields perfectly sized, ready-to-eat leaves without waste. This compact variety produces dense heads packed with crispy, uniform leaves that maintain excellent texture and freshness longer than traditional lettuce types. Perfect for busy gardeners and commercial growers who want maximum efficiency and consistent results.
Harvest
55-65d
Days to harvest
Sun
'Allstar Mix'
Zones
2–11
USDA hardiness
Height
6-12 inches
Planting Timeline
Showing dates for Salanova Green Crispy in USDA Zone 7
All Zone 7 lettuce →Zone Map
Click a state to update dates
Salanova Green Crispy · Zones 2–11
Growing Details
Zone-by-Zone Planting Calendar
| Zone | Indoor Start | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | — | — | May – June | July – October |
| Zone 4 | — | — | April – June | June – October |
| Zone 5 | — | — | April – May | June – November |
| Zone 6 | — | — | April – May | June – November |
| Zone 7 | — | — | March – May | May – November |
| Zone 8 | — | — | March – April | May – December |
| Zone 9 | — | — | February – March | April – December |
| Zone 10 | — | — | January – March | March – December |
Complete Growing Guide
Light: 'Allstar Mix', 'Bibb', 'Black-seeded Simpson', 'Buttercrunch', 'Green Oakleaf', 'Ithaca', 'Jericho', Lactuca sativa var. augustana ('Celtuce'), 'New Red Fire', 'Pennlake', 'Red Sails', 'Salinas'. Soil: High Organic Matter. Soil pH: Neutral (6.0-8.0). Drainage: Good Drainage, Moist. Height: 0 ft. 6 in. - 1 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 0 ft. 6 in. - 1 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: Less than 12 inches. Growth rate: Rapid. Maintenance: Medium. Propagation: Seed. Regions: Coastal, Mountains, Piedmont.
Harvesting
Tiny seeds with a dandelion-like tuft (pappus) to aid in wind dispersal.
Color: Brown/Copper. Type: Achene. Length: < 1 inch. Width: < 1 inch.
Harvest time: Summer
Bloom time: Summer
Edibility: Leaves can be used raw or cooked in salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. Head lettuce can be stored for 2-3 weeks while leaf and butterhead store for 1-2 weeks.
Storage & Preservation
Store freshly harvested Salanova Green Crispy immediately in the refrigerator at 32-35°F with high humidity. Place the cut head in a perforated plastic bag or wrap loosely in damp paper towels to maintain moisture while allowing air circulation. Properly stored, it maintains excellent texture and flavor for 10-14 days – significantly longer than traditional lettuce varieties.
Avoid washing until ready to use, as excess moisture accelerates deterioration. The variety's dense structure and thick leaves naturally resist wilting better than loose-leaf types.
While lettuce doesn't preserve well through traditional methods like canning or freezing, you can extend your harvest season by succession planting every 2-3 weeks. For meal prep, the cut leaves stay crisp in airtight containers for 5-7 days, making this variety particularly valuable for commercial food service and busy households planning weekly salads.
History & Origin
Origin: Mediterranean to Siberia
Advantages
- +Edible: Leaves can be used raw or cooked in salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. Head lettuce can be stored for 2-3 weeks while leaf and butterhead store for 1-2 weeks.
- +Fast-growing
Considerations
- -Toxic (Sap/Juice): Low severity
- -Causes contact dermatitis
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Chives
Repels aphids and improves lettuce flavor while providing natural pest deterrent
Carrots
Helps break up soil for lettuce roots and doesn't compete for nutrients
Radishes
Quick harvest allows space for lettuce expansion and helps loosen soil
Marigolds
Deters nematodes, aphids, and other pests that commonly attack lettuce
Nasturtiums
Acts as trap crop for aphids and adds beneficial insects to garden
Spinach
Similar growing requirements and can provide shade during hot weather
Garlic
Natural fungicide properties help prevent lettuce diseases like downy mildew
Dill
Attracts beneficial insects and may help improve lettuce growth
Keep Apart
Broccoli
Heavy feeder that competes for nitrogen and can shade out lettuce
Sunflowers
Allelopathic compounds inhibit lettuce germination and growth
Walnut trees
Juglone toxicity severely stunts or kills lettuce plants
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving. % Daily Value based on 2,000 calorie diet. Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #2346388)
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Excellent resistance to downy mildew races, good bolt tolerance
Common Pests
Aphids, thrips, leafminers
Diseases
Downy mildew (resistant strains), lettuce drop, tip burn