When is the best time to transplant lettuce?

Lettuce, which is what we call leaf lettuce, is mostly eaten directly after washing. It is most commonly seen in various hamburgers, sandwiches, hot pot, etc. It is a very popular vegetable. The growth cycle of lettuce is short and the planting time is relatively wide. It can be planted in all seasons as long as the environment is suitable.

Transplanting time for lettuce

About a month after planting lettuce, the seedlings can be transplanted when they have 5 or 6 true leaves, and can be done when the growth height is about 15 cm. If transplanted at this time, the root system of the plant is relatively developed and it will recover quickly after transplanting.

How to transplant lettuce

1. Carry out land preparation

Before transplanting lettuce, you need to plow the soil deeply to make it loose and breathable. Before deep plowing, you need to apply an appropriate amount of base fertilizer to the soil to improve the fertility of the soil. After deep plowing, you need to water the soil sufficiently. Note that the soil needs to be slightly acidic, which is most conducive to the growth of lettuce.

2. Transplanting method

Gently take the lettuce out of the seedbed. It is best to bring some original soil to reduce damage to the roots of the lettuce. Then plant it directly into the soil. After planting, water it thoroughly immediately to keep the soil moist. This is most conducive to the survival of the lettuce.

Management of lettuce after transplanting

After the lettuce is transplanted, it needs to be properly maintained and managed. 5-7 days after planting, it can be watered once to help the seedlings grow. Thin liquid fertilizer should also be applied regularly so that the lettuce can grow better. During the maintenance period, it is also necessary to pay attention to disease prevention and control. If a disease occurs, it is necessary to use symptomatic drugs in time to prevent and control it.