Planting Lamb’s Lettuce with October’s Monthly Grow Box
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, many gardeners think the growing season is winding down. But Autumn is actually a fantastic time to sow cool weather crops, especially delicate yet resilient greens like lamb’s lettuce. Also known as corn salad, lamb’s lettuce is a wonderfully tender leafy green that thrives in the UK’s cooler months, making it a perfect addition to your October planting plan.
This month’s Grow Box features mustard greens, a peppery favourite that pairs beautifully with lamb’s lettuce. By combining the two, you’ll have a fresh mix of flavours and textures ready for harvest in just a few weeks, ideal for tossing into hearty Autumn salads or layering on sandwiches.
Lamb’s Lettuce
Lamb’s lettuce is a cold hardy green that flourishes when the weather cools down. Unlike lettuce varieties that prefer long summer days, lamb’s lettuce is happiest in Autumn and Winter. Its mild, slightly nutty flavour and soft leaves make it a versatile base for salads, while its resilience means you can enjoy harvests well into early Spring.
It’s also compact and fast growing, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, containers or window boxes. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or a beginner just dipping your toes into gardening, lamb’s lettuce is easy to grow, maintain and enjoy.
Growing with Our Monthly Grow Boxes
Our Monthly Grow Boxes are designed to give you everything you need to grow your own food at home, from seeds and plant labels to detailed guides. Each month, we select varieties that thrive in the UK climate right now, so you can sow with confidence.
October’s box comes with Mustard Greens seeds, Lamb’s Lettuce and Perpetual Spinach. By subscribing, you’ll not only save money but also gain exclusive access to our Grow Line via WhatsApp for support whenever you need it. Choose from Small, Medium, or Large Grow Boxes to fit your space, whether you’re tending a balcony garden or raised beds.
How to Plant Lamb’s Lettuce
To get started, sow lamb’s lettuce seeds directly into prepared soil or containers. Scatter the seeds thinly across the surface, cover lightly with compost, and water gently. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and in about 7–10 days you’ll see the first seedlings appear. You’ll have everything you need in the Grow Box to grow in containers.
Once established, you can begin harvesting by snipping off outer leaves as you need them, or pull up whole plants for larger harvests. Sowing little and often ensures a continuous supply of fresh leaves right through Winter.
A Perfect Autumn Recipe: Seed Folk Salad
Once your Lamb’s Lettuce is ready to harvest, you’ll want to enjoy it at its freshest. Here’s one of our favourite recipes, packed with Autumn goodness and perfect for showcasing your homegrown greens.
Quick & Simple Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
- 1.5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salad Ingredients
- 1 handful of baby perpetual spinach
- 1 handful of baby kale
- 1 handful of lambs’ lettuce
- 1 handful of mustard greens
- 60g berries of choice
- 140g chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 4 spring onions
- 25g nuts of choice
- 50g crumbled feta
Instructions
Make the Vinaigrette
- Add the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey to a jar with a lid.
- Close tightly and shake well until combined.
Prepare the Salad
- Slice the spring onion and drain the chickpeas.
- In a large bowl, toss together the perpetual spinach, baby kale, lambs’ lettuce, and mustard greens.
- Add the berries, onion, chickpeas, nuts, and feta, then toss again.
- Drizzle with the vinaigrette just before serving or serve it on the side.
Ready to Grow?
There’s still time to grab October’s Grow Box and start planting for a season of flavour. Pair mustard greens with lamb’s lettuce, and you’ll have a salad bowl that keeps giving all Autumn long.
Head to our website today to order your box or explore our individual seed kits. Let’s grow something amazing together this Autumn.
