Low's Pointed Lettuce

Low’s Pointed Lettuce is a unique and highly productive heirloom variety known for its distinct oak-leaf shape, upright growth habit, and pointed leaf tips. With a flavour that balances buttery richness and satisfying crispness, it’s a standout for salads and sandwiches. Its tall structure and vibrant green leaves make it an attractive and practical addition to any garden, and when left to mature, it self-seeds easily—ensuring your lettuce patch returns year after year.

Where Can You Grow Low's Pointed Lettuce?
Ideal for Zones 3-9, this variety grows best in full sun to partial shade with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. It performs exceptionally well in spring and autumn but can also be grown in summer with proper watering and partial shade.

History and Historical Uses
This rare heirloom has long been appreciated by gardeners for its reliable growth, flavour, and ability to thrive in varied conditions. Oak-leaf lettuces have been grown across Europe and North America for centuries, and Low’s Pointed stands out for its beauty and buttery texture. Its ability to self-seed has helped it remain a staple in heritage gardens.

Canadian Zone Information

Zones 8-9: Direct sow from February to March and again in late summer for fall crops.
Zones 5-7: Sow in early spring and late summer; protect from heat in midsummer.
Zones 3-4: Start indoors in early spring or sow directly after last frost.

How to Grow and Harvest Low's Pointed Lettuce

Planting: Sow seeds 6mm (1/4in) deep, 15-20cm (6-8in) apart. Thin as needed.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; mulch to retain moisture in hotter weather.
Harvesting: Pick outer leaves as needed or cut whole heads when mature.
Maintenance: Allow a few plants to bolt and self-seed for future crops.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply

Select Healthy Plants: Allow a few strong, early plants to bolt and flower.
Harvest Seeds: When seed heads are dry and fluffy, clip and place in a paper bag.
Dry and Clean: Rub seeds free from chaff and dry for an additional 1–2 weeks.
Store: Keep in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Seeds last 3–5 years.

Certified Organic By
Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)